Bücher von John R. (Oxford Brookes University Gold

Few developments in 20th century thought owe more to the power of the written and visual image than the environmental movement. This introductory guide through the representations of the environment found in everyday life encounters explains how to interpret historic and contemporary representations and explores major themes in their development.

Making extensive use of information gained from in-depth interviews with architects active in the period between 1930-1959, this work looks at the modern movement's architectural role in reshaping the fabric and structure of British metropolitan cities in the post-war period.

Presents an enquiry into the Modern Movement's involvement in urban planning and city design. This book examines the complex relationship between vision and subsequent practice in the saga of postwar urban reconstruction. It traces the backgrounds of architects involved in reconstruction and replanning. It also deals with the urban transformation.