Part of the publisher's England's Living History series, this publication examines Georgian and Regency houses from the period covering 1714 to 1830. Author Yorke (artist and designer) divides the boo
Decaying animals catapulted over battlements, flaming arrows raining from the sky and red-hot sand poured down ladders to repel advancing bloodthirsty hordes. Castle warfare was a grim and grisly busi
The roof lines of our towns and cities are places seldom looked at from below. Yet they contain a world of architectural delights.This easy to follow guide includes hundreds of photos and drawings of
The horrors of the First World War scarred an entire generation at the beginning of the twentieth century. Now,one hundred years later, we are asked to reflect upon it and remember what a disastrous e
From the Houses of Parliament to the Midland Hotel at St Pancras and Strawberry Hill House, Gothic Revival buildings are some of the most distinctive structures found in Britain. Far from just copying
Ancient Egypt, Greek temples, Indian palaces and medieval castles are just some of the sources of inspiration which architects used when designing houses in the Regency period.
The Gothic revival began in the early years of Victorias reign. It quickly became the dominant form of building. New and exciting, it reflected Britains growing stature and a confidence in the country
Yorke, an author and illustrator, presents his own drawings and color photos, along with historical drawings and ads, to illustrate the features and details of Art Deco style homes. He explains the ba
Using his own photographs, drawings, and detailed diagrams, a writer on British architectural styles deconstructs "improvements" to timber framed building in the English countryside to explain what th
A rare, intimate view of the architectural details of interwar (Art Deco or Jazz Age) British homes. Heavily illustrated with b&w photographs and drawings. Notes and captions name the parts of the
Using his own drawings, diagrams and photographs, the author explains the history of the abbey and how it was used in the past. Divided into three parts, the book charts the origins of the abbey, exam
This illustrated, easy reference guide is packed with all the information you need to help you date English furniture and bring its history to life. The book looks at many different furniture types, s
Victorian pumping stations are colorful cathedrals of utility. Their imposing and striking exteriors enclose a highly decorative cast-iron frame, built to encage mighty steam engines. They are gloriou
In 1918, at the end of the First World War, Britain believed she had been victorious. But victory had come at a colossal price and Prime Minister David Lloyd George knew he must also win the peace. Wi
From the black and white Tudor cottage with contorted timbers to the colorful Victorian town hall with patterned brickwork, older buildings often inspire investigation and query. Who built them and wh
