Soon after 1900 in both North America and Europe the evolution from the tradition of Mediterranean and Gallic architectural styles to modernism began. This phenomenon was due; in part; to American industrial architecture and the work of Frank Lloyd Wright. Wrights building and architectural treatises of 1898-1908; with the additional help of Dutch propaganda on his behalf; significantly influenced European practitioners and theorists. European architecture within and outside of Holland reflects an adaptation of Wrights theories along with the structural determinism of American industrial buildings. With new evidence and fresh analysis culled from Dutch and American archives; personal correspondence; and professional material; this study examines the weight of Wrights works and words and those of the Dutchmen H.P. Berlage; Theo van Doesburg; Jan Wils; J.J.P. Oud; William Dudok; and Hendrik Theodor Wijdeveld.This new insight on the effects of Wrights architectural theories and designs; coupled with an extensive guide for further research; will attract art and architecture scholars and historians on both sides of the Atlantic and will also be of interest to social historians; artists; and architects. Events and new theories; including the assertion that Hendrik Theodor Wijdeveld was the catalytic source behind Wrights Taliesin Fellowship established in 1932; are presented in clear accessible language. Tied to the text are numerous visual presentations of significant designs and buildings.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. I fell in love when I first discovered this series of small books.By Jean C. EspositoMy daughter is now married and lives in California. She my son-in-law come to visit us in the Midwest about once a year. I always leave some things on "their" bed for a "I love you" gift. This time along with a few other small gifts; I left a couple books - and this was one of them. I will always remember my son-in-law walking into the living room holding this book. He showed my daughter a picture and told her that is where they go walking ... he liked the book. He was smiling and I was thrilled. I told him they had a whole series of books like this ... God willing; hell find a couple more on the bed when they come for their next visit.7 of 7 people found the following review helpful. A Fascinating Gem of old Hollywoodland!By Donna HillThis book is a gem for anyone who loves both Hollywood history and Southern California Romantica architecture. Like other Arcadia titles; this book is chock-a-block with wonderful images. The book is well written; informative and a delightful read. My only caveat was that some of the architectural drawings could not have been produced in color.In short; if you love old Hollywood and feel any kind of nostalgia for the Hollywood sign and the story behind it; this is a must have book.6 of 6 people found the following review helpful. Love the photographsBy L. LucasWonderful photographs in this book. I am currently collecting books on the history of Hollywood and when I saw this one I had to have it.The photos were clear and tell much about the development of the area. The bibliography at the end was an added bonus. When writing a novel about a time and place far from where I live the photographs are the next best thing to being there and these do not disappoint. The blurbs and captions have given me additional dates and information for research in the future.
