Why Buildings Stand Up: The Strength of Architecture
By (author): "Christopher Ragus, Saralinda Hooker, Mario Salvadori"
Publish Date:
in Italian in 1948, translated in 1957,
ISBN0393014010
ISBN139780393014013
AsinWhy Buildings Stand Up: The Strength of Architecture
Original titleWhy Buildings Stand Up: The Strength of Architecture
Here is a clear and enthusiastic introduction to building methods from ancient time to the present day, illustrated throughout with line drawings. In addition, Mr. Salvadori discusses recent advances in science and technology that have had important effects on the planning and construction of buildings.