Urban Development in Renaissance Italy

by Paul N. Balchin

Providing a comprehensive account of one of the most formative historical periods, this book uniquely describes Renaissance architecture as the physical manifestation of economic, social and political change. Shifts in architectural style and design are described in parallel with Italy's economic and demographic growth, external and internal conflict and the evolution of urban and regional government. Urban Development in Renaissance Italy covers...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0470031557
• ISBN13: 9780470031551
• Release Date: May 2008
• Publisher: Wiley
• Length: 491 Pages
• Weight: 2.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 6.8" x 8.5"