Towers And Spires: Their Design And Arrangement (1908)

By Edmund Tyrrell Green

Book Overview

""Towers And Spires: Their Design And Arrangement"" is a book written by Edmund Tyrrell Green and published in 1908. The book is a comprehensive study of the design and arrangement of towers and spires, exploring the historical, architectural, and engineering aspects of these structures. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the origins of towers and spires, their development throughout history, and the various styles and designs that have been used over the years. It also delves into the technical aspects of tower and spire construction, such as the materials used, the methods of construction, and the engineering principles involved.Throughout the book, Green provides numerous illustrations and photographs to help readers better understand the concepts and designs discussed. He also includes detailed descriptions of some of the most famous towers and spires in the world, such as the Eiffel Tower, the Leaning Tower of Pisa, and the spires of Notre Dame Cathedral.Overall, ""Towers And Spires: Their Design And Arrangement"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history, architecture, or engineering of these iconic structures. It is a well-researched and informative book that provides a fascinating look at the design and construction of towers and spires throughout history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120945356
• ISBN13: 9781120945358
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 316 Pages
• Weight: 0.93 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"