The main components of architectural history are styles, buildings, elements, and materials

About the book
Briefly, simply and interesting - about the history of the development of architecture from the time of ancient Egypt to the present day. You will learn about the main styles, elements and materials, as well as get acquainted with the 50 most significant architectural creations - from pyramids, cathedrals and temples to towers, fire stations and high -tech skyscrapers.
Suzi Khoja explains how and why architecture developed, who introduced innovations, what they were where and when they were first used. The book introduces readers with cult buildings and buildings from around the world and shows various methods and materials used by architects in their creation.
By demistifying technical jargon, the book gives readers understanding and enjoyment of the architectural environment.

How to read this book
The structure of the book allows any reader to easily move according to the main styles, elements and materials and get acquainted with the history of architecture development, studying information about great buildings and buildings created by ancient architects and modern architects.
The book has four sections: "styles", "buildings", "elements" and "materials". Each section can be studied separately or with others. The sections inside are organized chronologically, but you can read the book in any order.
Cross links at the bottom of each page help to see the history of architecture development and connect the information presented with other sections, and in the inserts it is told about the main achievements or facts from the biography of architects