Sticks and Stones: A Study of American Architecture and Civilization by Mumford

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Author Mumford, Lewis, 1895-1990
LoC No. 24024043
Title Sticks and Stones: A Study of American Architecture and Civilization
Contents The medieval tradition -- The heritage of the Renaissance -- The classical myth -- The diaspora of the pioneer -- The defeat of romanticism -- The imperial façade -- The age of the machine -- Architecture and civilization -- Envoi -- Notes on books.
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Summary "Sticks and Stones: A Study of American Architecture and Civilization" by Lewis Mumford is a scholarly examination of the relationship between architecture and societal development, written in the early 20th century. The text explores different phases of American architecture, particularly as it pertains to the evolution of communities and their corresponding architectural styles, from medieval traditions to influences of the Renaissance and early industrialism. Mumford's exploration aims to reflect on how these architectural forms have mirrored and influenced the broader values and challenges of American civilization. The opening of the work introduces the historical context of American architecture, specifically through the lens of New England village communities. Mumford contrasts these communities with the trader settlements, emphasizing their rootedness in medieval traditions and communal practices that shaped architectural norms. He describes how early New England villages were designed around meeting-houses, fostering a sense of cohesion among settlers, while critiquing the economic and social changes that began to erode this communal spirit. Through this foundation, Mumford sets the stage for a deeper exploration of architectural evolution and its implications for American identity and civilization throughout the subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class NA: Fine Arts: Architecture
Subject Architecture -- United States
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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