Barbara H. Rosenweins bestselling survey text continues to stand out by integrating the history of three medieval civilizations (European; Byzantine; and Islamic) in a lively narrative that is complemented beautifully by full-color plates; maps; and genealogies. The fourth edition begins with an essay entitled "Why the Middle Ages Matter Today;" and the book now covers East Central Europe in some depth. New plates have been added along with a new "Seeing the Middle Ages" feature. The sections for further reading have been updated; and ancillary materials; including study questions; can be found on the History Matters website (www.utphistorymatters.com).
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39 of 40 people found the following review helpful. Think Like an ArchitectBy PeerstomeI am not an architect; merely someone who appreciates the end results of good architecture. I do not routinely read books about architecture; or books written by architects. But as a long-time admirer of Hal Boxs architectural work; I was curious how a book titled Think Like an Architect might read.Short answer? Terrifically! I learned something interesting about the history; art and science of architecture in every chapter.As I finished the book; which I accomplished faster than I would have liked or imagined; it occurred to me that Hal Box accomplished with this book what Vitruvius; the first century BC Roman architect; espoused as the goals of good architecture: commodity; firmness; and delight. The book accomplished its program of encouraging me to think more like an architect (commodity); the ideas and illustrations are thoughtfully and artfully presented in a sturdy format which will withstand years of referencing and re-reading (firmness); and Professor Box puts forth his ideas and opinions; earned over a long and distinguished career as an educator and practicing architect; clearly and entertainingly (delight).Whether one plans to build or is simply curious about how to do it right; Think Like an Architect is a must.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Good information on architect and architectureBy Hengning WuA good book to get information about architect as a career; preparation; education; challenges.This is also a good book for ordinary people who have an interest in better architecture for their home and city.Somehow architects have some in common with inventors. They are generalists; working with other specialists. They may work long hours continuously; say 48 hours. Inventors sometimes may stay awake even longer.8 of 8 people found the following review helpful. laypersons guideBy ferrisanneThis title is useful in that it explains design concepts in lay persons terms w/o fussiness. Written by an architect; who has hands on experience building houses; I appreciated that much of what was said about the art of creating beautiful spaces is applicable to landscape design which is my area of interest.
