Gloag, John
A History of Cast Iron in Architecture (John Gloag on Industrial Design)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781032367194
- author:
- Gloag, John
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Routledge
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 396
- Dimensions:
- 27.9 x 21 x 2.2 centimetres (0.9
- Genre:
- Home & Garden, Homes, Design & Construction,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
A History of Cast Iron in Architecture by John Gloag and Derek Bridgwater is a comprehensive history of cast iron's role in architecture and the allied arts in Britain. From late medieval times to the middle of the 20th Century, this book explores how the use of cast iron evolved alongside the development of the iron-founding industry. The authors examine the early developments of iron-founding and describe the rise and expansion of the cast-iron industry, its increasing significance in architecture from 1650 to 1945. With over 500 illustrations, this book provides a detailed record of British Industry's growth and the impact of cast iron on architectural design. Published in 2024, A History of Cast Iron in Architecture offers a unique insight into the history of a key material in building construction.
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