The great set-pieces of Bath—the famous Pump Room, The Circus, Royal Crescent—are embedded in a graceful urban landscape developed by a long succession of gifted local architects. The city’s Roman roots are represented by the remains of its extraordinary baths, its medieval prosperity by the splendid Abbey. Exquisite villas and terraces on the surrounding hills add further variety. For all who share an interest in the buildings of Bath—from architect to historian, tourist to armchair traveler—this is an irresistible volume.
The great set-pieces of Bath—the famous Pump Room, The Circus, Royal Crescent—are embedded in a graceful urban landscape developed by a long succession of gifted local architects. The city’s Roman roots are represented by the remains of its extraordinary baths, its medieval prosperity by the splendid Abbey. Exquisite villas and terraces on the surrounding hills add further variety. For all who share an interest in the buildings of Bath—from architect to historian, tourist to armchair traveler—this is an irresistible volume.
Bath: Pevsner City Guide
344
Bath: Pevsner City Guide
344Paperback(New Edition)
Product Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780300101775 |
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| Publisher: | Yale University Press |
| Publication date: | 01/11/2004 |
| Series: | Pevsner Architectural Guides: City Guides |
| Edition description: | New Edition |
| Pages: | 344 |
| Product dimensions: | 4.62(w) x 8.50(h) x (d) |