Historic Preservation: Curatorial Management of the Built World
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| Rating | : | 4.35 (890 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0813912725 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 443 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2018-02-18 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
He provides useful information on how old buildings can be moved (either intact or disassembled) to new sites via truck, rail or barge; how to heat, cool and light old buildings and still maintain the aesthetic integrity of their interiors; and how a country can develop a comprehensive policy for the care of its artistic and historic heritage.. This book outlines a complete programme for the restoration and preservation of historic structures and historic sites throughout the world. Dr Fitch covers the many disciplines, concepts and technologies needed by the preservationist. He also includes discussions of the economic, legal and legislative forces acting upon historic district planning. It is a basic text for both the novice entering the field and the specialist
He has received numerous awards, taught and lectured throughout the world, and is the author of over 250 books, articles, reports, reviews, and other communications. James Marston Fitch is Professor of Architecture Emeritus and Director Emeritus of the Historic Preservation Program of the Graduate School of Architecture and Planning at Columbia University. He is currently Director of Historic Pres
About the AuthorJames Marston Fitch is Professor of Architecture Emeritus and Director Emeritus of the Historic Preservation Program of the Graduate School of Architecture and Planning at Columbia University. He is currently Director of Historic Preservation for the New York architectural firm of Beyer Blinder Belle.. He has received numerous awards, taught and lectured throughout the world, and is the author of over 250 books, articles, reports, reviews, and other communications
Three Stars Not what I was lead to believe it was by reviews. A bit out of date.. "Historic Preservation: Curatorial Mgmt of the Built World" according to Mommela. The content is, of course, excellent, and deserves 5 stars. The editing, however, is shoddy and annoying. It's a pity Fitch couldn't see a professional copy of his classic work before he died.There are misspelled words: "ideed" vs. "indeed," p 1Historic Preservation: Curatorial Mgmt of the Built World The content is, of course, excellent, and deserves 5 stars. The editing, however, is shoddy and annoying. It's a pity Fitch couldn't see a professional copy of his classic work before he died.There are misspelled words: "ideed" vs. "indeed," p 13; "pressence" vs. "presence," p 55; "centure" vs. "century," p2Historic Preservation: Curatorial Mgmt of the Built World Mommela The content is, of course, excellent, and deserves 5 stars. The editing, however, is shoddy and annoying. It's a pity Fitch couldn't see a professional copy of his classic work before he died.There are misspelled words: "ideed" vs. "indeed," p 13; "pressence" vs. "presence," p 55; "centure" vs. "century," p247; "Sienna" vs. "Siena," p 329, and others). Wrong dates are given: "completely reco. 7; "Sienna" vs. "Siena," p 329, and others). Wrong dates are given: "completely reco. ; "pressence" vs. "presence," p 55; "centure" vs. "century," p2Historic Preservation: Curatorial Mgmt of the Built World Mommela The content is, of course, excellent, and deserves 5 stars. The editing, however, is shoddy and annoying. It's a pity Fitch couldn't see a professional copy of his classic work before he died.There are misspelled words: "ideed" vs. "indeed," p 13; "pressence" vs. "presence," p 55; "centure" vs. "century," p247; "Sienna" vs. "Siena," p 329, and others). Wrong dates are given: "completely reco. 7; "Sienna" vs. "Siena," p Historic Preservation: Curatorial Mgmt of the Built World The content is, of course, excellent, and deserves 5 stars. The editing, however, is shoddy and annoying. It's a pity Fitch couldn't see a professional copy of his classic work before he died.There are misspelled words: "ideed" vs. "indeed," p 13; "pressence" vs. "presence," p 55; "centure" vs. "century," p2Historic Preservation: Curatorial Mgmt of the Built World Mommela The content is, of course, excellent, and deserves 5 stars. The editing, however, is shoddy and annoying. It's a pity Fitch couldn't see a professional copy of his classic work before he died.There are misspelled words: "ideed" vs. "indeed," p 13; "pressence" vs. "presence," p 55; "centure" vs. "century," p247; "Sienna" vs. "Siena," p 329, and others). Wrong dates are given: "completely reco. 7; "Sienna" vs. "Siena," p 329, and others). Wrong dates are given: "completely reco. 29, and others). Wrong dates are given: "completely reco. "Curatorial Management of the Built World, Historic preservat" according to rootmagic. A very fine book and is used in my graduate "Philosophy of Preservation" course at the Savannah College of Art and Design in Savannah, Georgia. We are the largest undergraduate and graduate preservation program in the country and this book is of the quality that we demand.