Newport Through Its Architecture: A History of Styles from Postmedieval to Postmodern

by James L. Yarnall

Book Overview

A remarkable coincidence of unplanned historical events has preserved Newport, Rhode Island's architectural heritage in a way that is rare among American cities. Newport has the largest number of... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1584654910
• ISBN13: 9781584654919
• Release Date: August 2005
• Publisher: Salve Regina University Press
• Length: 324 Pages
• Weight: 3.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 8.8" x 11.3"

Customer Reviews

Nice, but tiny photos

Very well researched and written, but I was continually nagged by the persistent thought "I wish the pictures were bigger." When I say "small" I mean "small."

Excellent portrayal of styles

This book is wonderfully organized. The description of the styles and the economic environment in which they were hatched is beautifully done. Wonderful photos and illustrations too.

CLASSIC NEWPORT

Frankly, they could not create enough books on Newport. It is blessed with so many wonderful buildings and an idealic setting. This book is well researched and the visuals are top notch. If you have any interest in Gilded Age opulance or just enjoy owning wonderful books, then I highly recommend this book.