Main entry:

Dynes, Wayne R., 1934-

Title & Author:

Palaces of Europe / by Wayne Dynes.

Publication:

London : Hamlyn, 1968.

Description:

189 pages : illustrations (some color), plans ; 23 cm

Series:

Great buildings of the world

Notes:
Illus. on lining papers.
Includes bibliographical references (page 187) and index.
[Table of Contents] -- Introduction -- Split -- The Doge's Palace -- The Pitti Palace -- Fontainebleau -- Hampton Court -- The Escorial -- Versailles -- Blenheim -- Würzburg -- Nymphenburg -- Caserta -- Queluz -- Further Reading List -- Glossary -- Index -- Acknowledgements

Summary:

"Throughout history kings and princes have built themselves sumptuous palaces, which not only demonstrated their majesty and wealth but provided them with a retreat from the cares of state. In Palaces of Europe the author has chosen twelve notable examples to illustrate this twin theme, ranging in time and place from the ruined grandeur of Diocletian's Palace at Split, through the vast complex of Versailles (and some of its imitators and rivals) to the graceful royal mansion Queluz in Portugal. This fascinating survey of European palaces not only examines their magnificent architecture, splendid gardens and rich art collections but provides a lively description of the principal figures and events associated with each building. The book is generously illustrated with 180 black and white illustrations, including plans and contemporary engravings. All twelve palaces are also represented by a full-page colour plate and the text includes a short glossary of architectural terms, an index and a further reading list." -- Dust Jacket.

Subject:

Palaces Europe.
Palais Europe.
Palaces
Europe

Added entries:

Great buildings of the world.

Holdings:

Location: Library main 10168
Call No.: PO2912; ID:87-B2569
Status: Available