Describes the tombs, temples, and houses of ancient Egypt, explaining how those buildings were constructed and how they served the needs and customs of the people.
Text and illustrations describe the characteristics of churches, palaces, basilicas, hospitals, markets, and fortifications built in the city of Byzantium, now known as Istanbul, during the height of its power.
The authors describe the result of some archeological explorations and tell how, without any mechanical equipment, the Egyptians succeeded in building the huge stone temples and pyramids that have survived the ages.
The authors describe the result of some archeological explorations and tell how, without any mechanical equipment, the Egyptians succeeded in building the huge stone temples and pyramids that have survived the ages.
A detailed explanation, in words and pictures, of the evolution of Egyptian architecture from prehistoric to classical times. Describes specific building processes and materials.
A detailed explanation, in words and pictures, of the evolution of Greek architecture from prehistoric to classical times. Describes specific building processes and materials.
The authors describe the result of some archeological explorations and tell how, without any mechanical equipment, the Egyptians succeeded in building the huge stone temples and pyramids that have survived the ages.
The authors describe the result of some archeological explorations and tell how, without any mechanical equipment, the Egyptians succeeded in building the huge stone temples and pyramids that have survived the ages.
