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William Whewell (1794–1866), fellow and then master of Trinity College, Cambridge, first published this work anonymously in 1830. It is notable for offering a detailed analysis of Gothic architecture’s origins and development. The discussion of German churches, despite the book’s title, is of secondary concern.
Architectural Notes on German Churches
With Remarks on the Origin of Gothic Architecture
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A tutor of mathematics at Cambridge, William Whewell (1794–1866) mostly published on mechanics. He became professor of mineralogy in 1828, Knightbridge professor of moral philosophy in 1838, and master of Trinity College in 1841. This work is unusual among his writings for its focus on architecture, yet the emphasis placed on terminology is consistent with his other publications, such as An Essay on Mineralogical Classification and Nomenclature (1828). Architectural Notes is significant for o…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781108051767 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1108051766 |
| Author: | William Whewell |
| Publisher: | Cambridge University Press |
| Imprint: | Cambridge University Press |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 130 |
| Release Date: | 28 March 2013 |
| Weight: | 180g |
| Dimensions: | 216mm x 140mm x 8mm |
| Series: | Cambridge Library Collection - Art and Architecture |
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William Whewell
Whewell was professor of mineralogy (1828-1832) and moral philosophy (1838-1855) at the University of Cambridge.
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