Mausoleums

By Lynn F. Pearson

Mausoleums are often haunting, powerful buildings in evocative sites. The author reveals their history, beginning with the great tomb at Halicarnassos built for King Mausolos of Caria by Queen Artemisia in the fourth century BC, which gave the monuments their name. She explains the details of their architecture, ranging from massive Egyptianate landmarks through elegant Georgian temples to lavishly decorated Victorian tombs, and considers the motives of mausoleum builders.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0747805180
• ISBN13: 9780747805182
• Release Date: March 2008
• Publisher: Shire Publications
• Length: 40 Pages
• Weight: 0.23 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 5.9" x 8.2"