A History of Architecture: Settings and Rituals

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Críticas: Praise for the previous edition:

A magnificent guided tour through mankind's architecture....This splendid book is that rara avis, a treat for any reader and a first-rate textbook on the subject. (The New York Times Book Review)

Extremely valuable resource which puts architectural history into a larger social, cultural context, and integrates architectural and urban phenomena. (Jon Michael Schwarting, New York Institute of Technology)

The best introductory survey of architecture in English! (C.F. Otto, Cornell University)

A unique historical and cultural perspective, and an excellent portfolio of illustrations. A concise, engaging text! (Jack Anern, University of Massachussets)

Well organized, with a clear logical order and presentation of information. Great graphics. (Edward Dunson, Howard University)

[Kostof's] challenging text is ultimately inspiring, richly rewarding, and at times brilliant. This testament to his life will live for decades as a standard textbook. Highly recommended... (School Library Journal)

A superb text for introducing graduate students to the world of architecture! (Roger Lewis, University of Maryland)

I like the book very much....[I]ts text is very perceptive and interesting. (C.M. Smart, University of Arkansas)

Excellent as a basic text. (Jack Williams, Auburn University)