Architecture, History

After the City

Name: After the City
Author: Lars Lerup
ISBN: 9780262621571

by Lars Lerup

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Synopsis

In an intellectually far-ranging yet intensely personal manner, Lerup moves from contemplation of the form and philosophical implications of the Pantheon to a discussion of how Levittown residents seek and create community.

About the Author, Lars Lerup

Lars Lerup is the Harry K. and Albert K. Smith Professor in Architecture and Dean at Rice University.

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Book Details

Published

October 1, 2001

Publisher

MIT Press

Format

Paperback

ISBN

9780262621571

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