A survey of contemporary architecture published in 1982. "Anyone interested in sorting out the diversities and complexities of contemporary architecture - and in speculating on the future shape of contemporary architecture - and in speculating on the future shape of our homes and cities - will enjoy this spirited, up-to-the-minute book. ... [details]
The first English edition of Le Corbusier's text The Athens Charter. With introductions by Josep Lluis Sert and Jean Giraudoux, translated by Anthony Eardley. "The Athens Charter was first published in Paris - clandestinely, its author anonymous, with an introduction by jean Giraudoux - in 1943, at the height of the Nazi occupation. ... [details]