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Routledge Minoru Yamasaki and the Fragility of Architecture - Routledge

Name: Minoru Yamasaki and the Fragility of Architecture - Routledge
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Explore the complex life and career of one of America's most significant yet overlooked architects. Minoru Yamasaki and the Fragility of Architecture provides a deep look into the man behind the iconic Twin Towers of the World Trade Center. While his name may not be widely known, his influence on the American arts is profound. This book examines his massive portfolio of more than 200 buildings. It traces his journey from being a top-tier professional in the 1950s and 1960s to his unique role in moving modernism in novel directions. The narrative addresses the irony of his legacy, where he is often remembered more for the projects that were destroyed than for the structures that still stand. Ideal for students of architecture, history buffs, and fans of the arts, this Routledge publication offers a unique perspective on a career defined by both monumental achievement and historical loss. Discover the story of a man who shaped the skyline of New York and beyond, leaving behind a legacy that continues to provoke thought in the field of modern architecture.

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Learn about the career of Minoru Yamasaki, the architect behind the internationally iconic Twin Towers of the World Trade Center.

Explore a vast professional portfolio that includes more than 200 different buildings.

Study the evolution of modernism through the lens of a top-tier architect from the 1950s and 1960s.

Gain insight into the irony of an architect known more for destroyed projects than his standing structures.

Read a detailed account of a figure whose story is deeply tied to the history of American arts and architecture.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 036762527X
Category: Books > Subjects > Arts & Photography > Architecture > Architects
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 10 August 2021
Listed Since: 04 February 2021

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