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Park Books African Modernism Architecture Survey Book

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Explore the deep connection between architecture and nation building in this new edition from Park Books. African Modernism: The Architecture of Independence examines how design shaped identity after African countries gained independence from colonial powers. This comprehensive survey covers Ghana, Senegal, Cote d'Ivoire, Kenya, and Zambia. This volume provides detailed descriptions of more than 100 buildings and memorials. It is filled with photographs by Iwan Baan and Alexia Webster, alongside historic images and architectural plans. Originally published in 2015 to international praise, this edition remains the most thorough study of modern architecture across the continent.

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This new edition provides a comprehensive survey of modern architecture across Ghana, Senegal, Cote d'Ivoire, Kenya, and Zambia.

The book examines the relationship between architecture and nation building following African independence from colonial powers.

Read detailed descriptions of more than 100 specific buildings and memorials throughout the featured countries.

View high-quality photographs by distinguished artists Iwan Baan and Alexia Webster.

Study historical context through a collection of historic images and architectural plans.

This Park Books publication builds on the international praise received by the original 2015 release.

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paperback
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Amazon UK
Release Date
21 December 2022
Listed Since
08 March 2022

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