A Concise Dictionary of Architectural Terms The tale of Mr

The tale of Mr

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A Concise Dictionary of Architectural Terms The tale of MrJohn Henry Parker's remarkably timeless dictionary of architecture, first published in 1846, became such a success that he continued to revise it for several years. A profusely illustrated manual that is valuable as a reference or as a portable guide on visits to historical buildings, this authoritative glossary of nearly 500 words used in Greek, Roman, Italian, and Gothic architecture remains highly instructive and informative. Accurate engravings