Architecture: An Introductory Reader

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Rudolf Steiner, the often undervalued, multifaceted genius of modern times, contributed much to the regeneration of culture. In addition to his philosophical teachings, he provided ideas for the development of many practical activities, including education -- both general and special -- agriculture, medicine, economics, architecture, science, religion and the arts. Today there are thousands of schools, clinics, farms, and many other organizations that are founded directly on his principles. Steiner's original ...
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Rudolf Steiner, the often undervalued, multifaceted genius of modern times, contributed much to the regeneration of culture. In addition to his philosophical teachings, he provided ideas for the development of many practical activities, including education -- both general and special -- agriculture, medicine, economics, architecture, science, religion and the arts. Today there are thousands of schools, clinics, farms, and many other organizations that are founded directly on his principles. Steiner's original contribution to human knowledge was based on his ability to conduct 'spiritual research', the investigation of metaphysical dimensions of existence. With his scientific and philosophical training, he brought a new systematic discipline to the field, allowing for conscious methods and comprehensive results. A natural seer from childhood, he cultivated his spiritual vision to a high degree, enabling him to speak with authority on previously veiled mysteries of life. Samples of Steiner's work are to be found in this introductory reader in which Andrew Beard brings together excerpts from Steiner's many talks and writings on Architecture. This volume also features an editorial introduction, commentary and notes.
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Product Details

  • ISBN-13: 9781855841239
  • Publisher: SteinerBooks, Incorporated
  • Publication date: 3/28/2004
  • Series: Pocket Library of Spiritual Wisdom
  • Pages: 288
  • Product dimensions: 4.80 (w) x 6.80 (h) x 0.90 (d)

Table of Contents

Introduction 1
Part 1
1. The Origins and Nature of Architecture 19
2. The Formative Influence of Architecture on the Human Being 28
3. The History of Architecture in the Light of Mankind's Spiritual Evolution 37
4. A New Architecture as a Means of Uniting with Spiritual Forces 54
5. Art and Architecture as Manifestations of Spiritual Realities 77
6. Metamorphosis in Architecture 97
7. Aspects of a New Architecture 125
8. Rudolf Steiner on the First Goetheanum Building 148
9. The Second Goetheanum Building 184
10. The Architecture of a Community in Dornach 192
Part 2 The Temple Legend: underlying esoteric aspects of Steiner's vision
11. The Temple is the Human Being 213
12. The Restoration of the Lost Temple 234
Notes 253
Sources 265
Bibliography 267
Further Reading 269
Illustration Credits 271
Note Regarding Rudolf Steiner's Lectures 273
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