The Science of Architecture; followed out to its full extent; is one of the noblest of those which have reference only to the creations of human minds. It is not merely a science of the rule and compass; it does not consist only in the observation of just rule; or of fair proportion: it is; or ought to be; a science of feeling more than of rule; a ministry to the mind; more than to the eye. If we consider how much less the beauty and majesty of a building depend upon its pleasing certain prejudices of the eye; than upon its rousing certain trains of meditation in the mind; it will show in a moment how many intricate questions of feeling are involved in the raising of an edifice; it will convince us of the truth of a proposition; which might at first have appeared startling; that no man can be an architect; who is not a metaphysician.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. The OresteiaBy FiddlemomI am listening to this with my 8th grade daughter. We are both finding it much more interesting than we thought we would. and easier to follow than we expected. The different voices make the characters easy to tell apart. and the actors and actresses are all quite good. We especially liked whoever played Cassandra. We were afraid this might be dry and boring. but it is most definitely not. It is full of emotion and is actually captivating.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Worth your timeBy Inconstant ReaderThese plays have been around for thousands of years for a good reason. They get right into your heart and brain and live there forever. Afterwards. you will understand thousands of literary references. Read the Orestia. Push on even if it doesnt seem to be your cup of tea. Its very short. And when you are through. you will know that you have read a truly great work of lasting importance.0 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Buy it for the illustrationsBy kelly coleWhy would any American read a zillion year old greek tragedy?I mean why would anyone be interested in a story filled with murdering wives. treacherous villains. matricidal sons and supernatural avengers?In typical hollywood fashion the whole book even has a happy ending!Phooey!Michael Ayrton. however. produced illustrations that are worth the time to remove and frame. The rendition of Cassandra pulling her hair out is worth the price of a used copy.All you college English majors can decorate your digs with some first class art this way.
