Thomas Jefferson's Academical Village: The Creation of an Architectural Masterpiece

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• Richard Guy Wilson

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• 144 Seiten
• 6 Lesestunden

• Architektur
• Architektur & Städtebau
• Kunst & Kultur
• Sachliteratur

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The book explores Thomas Jefferson's architectural vision for the University of Virginia, highlighting it as his most significant achievement and a symbol of intellectual freedom. It delves into the political and architectural challenges he faced in creating a revolutionary educational institution. Additionally, it provides a thorough examination of the university's design, its historical development, varying interpretations of its impact, and the changes it has undergone over time.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2009
• Einband: Hardcover