The Wise Master Builder

The Wise Master Builder
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Publisher : Ashgate Publishing
Total Pages : 468
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Download or read book The Wise Master Builder written by Nigel Hiscock and published by Ashgate Publishing. This book was released on 2000 with total page 468 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The aim of this book is to re-open the debate about the importance of geometry and symbolism in medieval architectural design. It argues the case for attributing an intellectual meaning to the planning of major abbeys and cathedrals.


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