Victorian Primitive
Author: Miles Lewis
Binding: Hardback
Publisher: Greenhouse Publications., 1977
Edition: First Edition.
Condition remarks:
Book: Very good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Minor chips to DJ, previous owner's name written in FEP
Victorian Primitive by Miles Lewis chronicles the fascinating architectural landscape of colonial Australia, presenting a detailed examination of how British design principles were adapted and transformed in a new world. This scholarly work uncovers the unique characteristics of early Australian buildings, illustrating the interplay between imported styles and local conditions. It argues for a distinct Victorian Primitive aesthetic, shaped by both necessity and ingenuity. The book details the evolution of these structures, offering a comprehensive look at a pivotal period in Australian architectural history.
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Author: Miles Lewis
Binding: Hardback
Publisher: Greenhouse Publications., 1977
Edition: First Edition.
Condition remarks:
Book: Very good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Minor chips to DJ, previous owner's name written in FEP
Victorian Primitive by Miles Lewis chronicles the fascinating architectural landscape of colonial Australia, presenting a detailed examination of how British design principles were adapted and transformed in a new world. This scholarly work uncovers the unique characteristics of early Australian buildings, illustrating the interplay between imported styles and local conditions. It argues for a distinct Victorian Primitive aesthetic, shaped by both necessity and ingenuity. The book details the evolution of these structures, offering a comprehensive look at a pivotal period in Australian architectural history.
