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A Short History of British Architecture: From Stonehenge to the Shard
SIMON JENKINS
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EN SAVOIR PLUS
Résumé
The story of Britain is revealed through its buildings, and yet the language of architecture is a mystery to all but a few. In this enlightening history, spanning castles and cathedrals to factories and railway stations, Jenkins translates the hidden narratives infused in the facades we walk past every day.
Britain’s history has been formed by its politics, religion and society and these influences can be seen in the architectural styles that have shaped its landscape. From pre-Roman and the Middle Ages, to the Renaissance and the Industrial Revolution, Classical and Gothic styles surged and retreated from favor only to then be challenged by a new player: Modernism, a style that reflected the stunning technological advances of the second half of the twentieth century.
In this narrative history, Simon Jenkins – the bestselling champion of our national heritage – introduces us to the singular, eccentric and sometimes rather ordinary characters who shaped Britain. Jenkins teaches readers to see the world anew, demystifying the elitist language of architecture so that we can all appreciate the buildings around us.
Détails
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Prix :
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27,99 $
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Auteur :
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SIMON JENKINS
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A Short History of British Architecture: From Stonehenge to the Shard
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Date de parution :
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20 janvier 2026
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PENGUIN PRESS
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320
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ARCHITECTURE-URBANISME
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ISBN :
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9781405961486 (1405961481)
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Référence Renaud-Bray :
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21929006
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No de produit :
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4520363
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A Short History of British Architecture: From Stonehenge to the Shard
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JENKINS, SIMON
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PENGUIN PRESS
2026
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