Chicago is known throughout the world for its architecture. Although many people are familiar with the city�s skyscrapers and public buildings; they often overlook or are unaware of Chicago�s mansions that are located throughout the city. These mansions represent Chicago�s past and its future; and it can even be said that they are the very embodiment of Chicago and its architecture. These fashionable residences were built to make a statement; and what better way to have done this than to employ the leading architects of the time to design them. These architects included men such as Louis Sullivan; Frank Lloyd Wright; Henry Hobson Richardson; Daniel Burnham; and John Wellborn Root. While the city�s mansions are significant because of who built them; they are just as important because of who lived in them. Many of these mansions were built for Chicago�s elite businessmen and captains of industry-men who represented old money; new money and big money. Just as important were the families of these men and the other residents who came to live in these mansions-for they left a legacy of their own that contributed to the city�s history.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Inspired Me to Sketch!By VeronicaI didnt think I would like this book. I figured it would just be a bunch of photos about what other people draw and give a long drawn out history how people did it. However this book has some really good information in it. There are photos of how to draw human figures. there are some freehand sketches of details and structures. it shows you how to apply the basics of drawing. and even information on perspective drawing. Its a really thick book. so it will take some time to really delve deep into it and read it all. but it offers some good insight. Just flipping through the book inspired me to start sketching.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. the most comprehensive book out thereBy that was my ideaas someone who can honestly call myself an expert in 2pt mechanical drafting. this book should be considered a bible for people who want to learn and or are learning. i have all my students buy this and though it can get technical and challenging quickly. the info is there and accessible.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Four StarsBy South Bay ConsumerVery technical and lots of examples.
