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Lethaby, W. R. (William Richard)
1857
1931
Lethaby, William Richard
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Londinium, Architecture and the Crafts
Building materials and methods -- Buildings and streets -- Walls, gates and bridge -- Cemeteries and tombs -- Some larger monuments -- Sculpture -- The mosaics -- Wall paintings and marble linings -- Lettering and inscriptions -- The crafts -- Early Christian London -- The origin of London.
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"Londinium, Architecture and the Crafts" by W. R. Lethaby is a historical account that explores Roman architecture and construction methods as found in ancient London, crafted during the early 20th century. The text delves into various building materials, structures, and artistic practices utilized in Roman-era Londinium, aiming to highlight the city's historical architectural significance and its evolution over time. The opening of the book presents an introduction to Roman building techniques in Britain, noting the surprising neglect of the subject by architects and historians alike. Lethaby asserts that a detailed exploration of these practices is essential for understanding the evolution of British architecture. He begins by discussing the numerous tools and materials used by Roman builders, providing insights into construction methods such as masonry and walling. The chapter sets a foundation for understanding how these ancient practices not only shaped the physical landscape of London but also influenced modern building techniques, underscoring the relevance of studying Roman architectural methods today. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 69.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Romans -- England -- London
London (England) -- Antiquities, Roman
England -- Antiquities, Roman
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Category: History - British
Category: History - Ancient
Category: Architecture
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