This unique book traces the evolution and accomplishments of the office that from 1852 until 1939 held a virtual monopoly over federal building design. Among its more memorable buildings are the Italianate U.S. Mint in Carson City; the huge granite pile of the State; War; and Navy Building in Washington; D.C.; the towering U.S. Post Office in Nashville; New York Citys neo-Renaissance customhouse; and such "restorations" as the ancient adobe Palace of the Governors in Santa Fe. In tracing the evolution of the Office and its creative output; Antoinette J. Lee evokes the nations considerable efforts to achieve an appropriate civic architecture.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy Reuben DavisA breathtaking nostalgia trip for anyone who grew up in Far Rockaway in the 50s and 60s. Chills1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Great way to see the Jewish history of the Five Towns.By Starbuck88A great resource to have; if you want to know the history of the Jewish Five Towns; Long Island.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. I like the topicBy Ira PoliakoffI found it quite interesting. Naturally; I like the topic; and know the area well.
