James W P Campbell Ordre des livres

An approachable history of one of London's most famous landmarks.

Ambitious and wide-ranging, this is the first single volume to tell the story of the library as a distinct building type, all around the world and from the beginnings of writing to the present day. In its highest form the library is a total work of art, combining painting, sculpture, furniture and architecture. From their designs for the libraries of ancient Rome to those of the Bibliotheque Nationale in Paris, architects have sought to outdo each other by producing ever more spectacular settings. 0The author and photographer have travelled the globe, documenting some eighty libraries. Architectural historian James Campbell contributes an authoritative and highly readable account. Will Pryce is one of the world's leading photographers of interiors and architecture. Arresting and technically flawless, his photographs are both lucid and deeply atmospheric.

"Si adoras a los animales, si quieres tener un animal, o si no te gustan los animales pero te entara reírte hasta terminar llorando en el suelo... ¡ESTE es el libro perfector para ti!" --Page [4] of cover

The fusion of food from different cultures creates magical combinations that lead to new classics, enriching our everyday lives. Trends like Japanese Matcha in lattes, Korean kimchi in burgers, and Thai Sriracha on various dishes highlight the thriving love for Asian cuisine. Tokyo has emerged as a culinary leader, boasting 15 three Michelin-starred restaurants, surpassing France's 10. Over the last two decades, celebrated French patisserie chefs have flocked to Japan, drawn by a shared appreciation for beauty, precision, and care in cooking. This book presents 60 recipes that range from reinvented classics to stunning patisserie creations accessible to home cooks. Chapters include Small Cakes & Individual Patisserie, featuring Lemon & Yuzu Eclairs; Sweet Tarts, with delights like Miso Butterscotch Tarts; and Large Cakes & Gateaux, showcasing celebration cakes such as Matcha & Pistachio Opera. The Desserts section offers dinner party classics with Japanese twists, including White Sesame & Adzuki Cheesecake. The Cookies & Confectionery chapter features fun treats like Sesame Peanut Butter Cookies and Green Tea Kit Kat. Finally, savory recipes like Panko Doughnuts stuffed with Pork Katsu round out the collection, complemented by a flavor matrix mapping key characteristics of Japanese ingredients.

Culturally significant, this work preserves the essence of the original artifact, maintaining authenticity by including original copyright references and library stamps. It reflects the historical importance of the text within the broader context of civilization's knowledge base, making it a valuable resource for scholars and readers interested in the preservation of historical works.

A diverse collection of short stories and poetry, this work showcases Campbell's literary evolution since the 1960s, with many pieces emerging after his earlier publications in literary magazines during the mid-2000s. It reflects a rich tapestry of themes and styles, illustrating the author's long-standing engagement with the written word.

“A brilliant collaboration . . . The hundreds of color photographs are stunning in their clarity and composition. Highly recommended.”—Library Journal This totally original architecture book—named 2004 Choice Outstanding Academic Title—follows the story of brick from 5000 BC to its use in building today, from the vast baths and basilicas of ancient Rome, through the wonders of Gothic brick in Germany and the majestic temples of Pagan, to its modern revival. Marvelously illustrated with spectacular, specially taken photographs, Brick is at once an historical account of how bricks have been employed by architects of every period, a technical survey of brickmaking and bricklaying, and an essay on architectural and cultural history. The authors have applied their expert visual and technical knowledge to more than one hundred themes, from bricks in ancient Egypt to their distinctive use by such modern masters as Louis Kahn, Alvar Aalto, and Renzo Piano. Great works of engineering—viaducts, tunnels, and bridges—are given prominence alongside great cathedrals, country houses, temples, and mosques, testifying to the incredible versatility and importance of bricks and brickwork.

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Exploring the architectural evolution of libraries, this book showcases over eighty global examples, from ancient ruins to modern designs. It highlights how library buildings reflect the wealth, culture, and learning of their time, with stunning photographs capturing their unique structures and atmospheres. Architectural historian James Campbell provides a compelling narrative that traces the history of library architecture from ancient Mesopotamia to contemporary China. This work serves as a definitive photographic history, appealing to both book lovers and architecture enthusiasts.

Über fünf Jahre forschten und reisten Autor und Fotograf dieses Bandes, um über 70 der schönsten und beeindruckendsten Bibliotheken weltweit zu porträtieren. In sieben Kapiteln führen sie den staunenden Betrachter chronologisch durch die Epochen und zu Bauten, die Menschen aller Zeiten und Kulturen für ihre wertvollen Bücherschätze erdachten. Der prächtige Band erzählt von unterschiedlichen architektonischen Konzepten ebenso wie von der aufwendigen Ausstattung der Bibliotheksräume. Dieses umfassendste und profundeste der zahlreichen Bücher zum Thema ist weit mehr als eine Baugeschichte: Reich illustriert und höchst informativ ist hier eine Kulturgeschichte der Bibliothek entstanden.