| Author |
Ward, Clarence, 1884-1973 |
| Title |
The Mentor: Beautiful Buildings of the World, Serial no. 33
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 66.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Contents |
Beautiful buildings of the world -- Taj Mahal -- The Alhambra -- Amiens Cathedral -- Salisbury Cathedral -- Château de Chambord -- New York City Hall.
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| Credits |
Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Karin Spence and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"The Mentor: Beautiful Buildings of the World, Serial no. 33" by Clarence Ward is a semi-monthly publication that focuses on the subject of architecture, specifically highlighting notable buildings around the globe. Written in the early 20th century, this edition explores structures like the Taj Mahal, Alhambra, Amiens Cathedral, Salisbury Cathedral, Château de Chambord, and New York City Hall. The book delves into each building’s historical significance, architectural beauty, and cultural context, presenting a compilation of some of the finest examples of architectural achievement. In this edition, Clarence Ward provides a vivid narrative that captures the essence and beauty of each structure, detailing their individual stories and characteristics. The Taj Mahal is celebrated for its exquisite design and the love story of Shah Jahan and Mumtaz Mahal, while the Alhambra is noted for its intricate Moorish architecture. The Amiens and Salisbury Cathedrals exemplify Gothic architecture with their grandeur and grace, and the Château de Chambord reflects the Renaissance era's spirit. Finally, New York City Hall is appreciated for its elegant proportions and historical importance in American architecture. Collectively, these buildings serve as testament to human artistry and an enduring connection to history and culture. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
NA: Fine Arts: Architecture
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| Subject |
Architecture
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
51001 |
| Release Date |
Jan 22, 2016 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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