Pictorial Encyclopedia of Historic Architectural Plans, Details and Elements The book's chapter titles reveal

The book's chapter titles reveal its comprehensive coverage: Introduction

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Contending that "a knowledge of materials is the foundation upon which real achievement is based

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Pictorial Encyclopedia of Historic Architectural Plans, Details and Elements The book's chapter titles revealAnyone seeking to understand the basic principles underlying architectural design will find this classic source book an invaluable addition to the bookshelf. Haneman's 1,800 captioned, clear line drawings on 70 large size plates comprise an inexhaustible storehouse of suggestion and inspiration for architects, designs, preservationists and others. Presented here are hundreds of details covering scores of architectural elements, including aisles,