Anstey, Tim
Things That Move: A Hinterland in Architectural History
- ISBN 13:
- 9780262547505
- author:
- Anstey, Tim
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- MIT Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 448
- Dimensions:
- 24 x 15.6 x 3 centimetres (0.51
- Genre:
- Arts & Photography, Art, History,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Things That Move A Hinterland in Architectural History by Tim Anstey explores the dynamic nature of architecture, moving beyond traditional notions of permanence. This thought-provoking history considers how buildings and structures move subjects emotionally, choreograph bodies in motion, and are themselves moved by various forces. The book is divided into three sections, each examining a different aspect of architectural movement: "Cargoes" looks at the mobile peripheries of architectural history from the 18th to 19th centuries; "Dispatches" reinterprets early architectural theory, while "Vehicles" investigates building in terms of literal and metaphorical movement. By connecting disparate cases through a forensic approach, Anstey offers a comprehensive architectural account that will change readers' understanding of buildings and their significance. With its broad scope and engaging approach, Things That Move A Hinterland in Architectural History is a valuable resource for anyone interested in architecture, history, or criticism.
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