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This tribute contains 18 papers on Henry-Russell Hitchcock and his lasting influence on architects practicing during the last decades, as well as on the critics and historians who have been following and at times leading the architects. They are arranged chronologically in three main areas of Hitchcock's interest: "The Age of Romanticism -- Rationalism, Revivalism and Eclecticism 1740-1900"; "American Architecture to 1900: Romanticism and Reintegration"; and "Twentieth Century Architecture -- The New Tradition and the New Pioneers."
The most influential work of architectural criticism and history of the twentieth century, now available in a handsomely designed new edition.
In 'Architecture: Nineteenth and Twentieth Centuries', Henry-Russell Hitchcock explores the evolution of architectural styles and movements from the 19th to the 20th century. Through meticulous research and detailed analysis, Hitchcock provides a comprehensive overview of the major architectural developments during this period, highlighting key figures such as Frank Lloyd Wright, Le Corbusier, and Walter Gropius. The book is written in a scholarly and accessible style, making it suitable for both academics and architecture enthusiasts alike. Hitchcock's critical insights and astute observations offer valuable perspectives on the transformations in architectural theory and practice that have ...