Historic preservation; which started as a grassroots movement; now represents the cutting edge in a cultural revolution focused on “green†architecture and sustainability. This is the only book to cover the gamut of preservation issues in layman’s language: the philosophy and history of the movement; the role of government; the documentation and designation of historic properties; sensitive architectural designs and planning; preservation technology; and heritage tourism; plus a survey of architectural styles. It is an ideal introduction to the field for students; historians; preservationists; property owners; local officials; and community leaders. Updated throughout; this revised edition addresses new subjects; including heritage tourism and partnering with the environmental community. 91 line drawings; 69 black-and-white photographs
#836722 in Books 2010-09-06Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 8.30 x 1.40 x 5.50l; 1.51 #File Name: 0393338339624 pages
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Jeffersonians: Read this Book That Expanded Knowledge of the Third President of Our CountryBy addictWith an introduction by Annette Gordon-Reed; this book was the ground-breaking book about the intimate Thomas Jefferson and his relationship with Sally Hemings. Many books have been written about Thomas Jefferson AKA Thomas Woodson; reportedly the first child of the third president of the United States and Sally Hemings; half-sister of Jefferson first and only wife.I enjoyed this book since I have read many books about the descendants of Thomas Jefferson; both self-identified as Caucasian; black; and blended.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. A first order geniusBy Eivin BrudieFawn Brodie; who died 30 years ago; was no stranger to harsh criticism. Her masterfull biography of Joseph Smith caused her to be excommunicated by the saints. Her biography of Thomas Jefferson incurred the wrath of historians who wrote multi-volume hagiographies of a demigod. She wrote about the man. He lived beyond his means. He owned; bought; and sold slaves even though he championed emancipation. The hagiographers glossed over his secrets. Fawn Brodie didn't. The introduction to this edition by Annette Gordon-Reed reinforces Brodie's account of Jefferson's life.Everyone loved Thomas Jefferson. I now know why. Who; really; was the father of our country? Who; of all our presidents; was truly a lover of peace?0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Really informativeBy CustomerI love how it really shows a more detailed view about Jefferson's personality and his interactions with specific people that were in his life from Sally Hemings; Maria Cosway; and others. (not giving spoilers). All in all; this is a really great book.
