商品簡介
The press release identifies a predecessor of the same title published in 1974, but the book itself (and Books in Print ) make no mention of the previous work; the present volume is reported to be substantially revised and expanded, with new material, design, and format. Architect/architectural historian Hix traces the evolution of glass structures from the mid-17th century, when the desire to nurture exotic plants in unsuitable climates led to the development of the glasshouse and the means to create artificial microclimates. He charts the social and technical innovations that influenced development, and ends with 20th-century examples. The authoritative text is augmented with 350-plus color and b&w illustrations. Distributed by Chronicle Books. 10x12" Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.
