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Further Details Title: Ancient Greek Architects at Work Condition: New Description: Taking an unusual approach to his subject, J. J. Coulton examines ancient Greek architecture from the point of view of the practicing architects. He discusses their ideas and technical achievements from the early seventh century B.C. to the first century B.C. Drawing on surviving written evidence from antiquity as well as on the evidence of the buildings themselves, Mr. Coulton provides answers to such questions as: What must it have been like to build a Greek temple? Who did the building? What training was required? How did the Greeks begin? What problems did they face? The first chapter considers the relations of architects to patrons and clients and the role of architects in ancient society generally. Subsequent chapters explore a series of architectural problems and their solutions. In his final chapter Mr. Coulton assesses the architects' techniques and their contributions to structural design, evaluating their theoretical knowledge of mechanics and their practical understanding of structural concepts. Generously illustrated and lucidly written, this volume will appeal to all who are interested in architecture, architectural history, and archaeology. Author: J. J. Coulton Format: Paperback EAN: 9780801492341 Country/Region of Manufacture: US Subtitle: Problems of Structure and Design ISBN: 9780801492341 Publisher: Cornell University Press Release Date: 04/30/1982 Language: English Item Height: 229mm Item Length: 152mm Item Width: 12mm Genre: Architecture & Antiques Item Weight: 454g Topic: History Release Year: 1982 Missing Information? Please contact us if any details are missing and where possible we will add the information to our listing.