{"product_id":"the-building-of-england-the-architectural-history-of-a-nation","title":"William Collins The Building of England - Architectural History of a Nation | Paperback | English","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eExplore the profound connection between England's architecture and its cultural, social, and economic evolution in this fully updated edition of Simon Thurley's classic work. From the earliest Saxon huts to soaring Gothic cathedrals and modern homes, discover how the buildings of this island nation have shaped and reflected a thousand years of history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eSimon Thurley challenges readers to view English history through the lens of its built environment, revealing how structures were created for defense, power, religion, manufacture, and daily life. This book vividly brings the designers, builders, owners, and users of these spaces to life, demonstrating that every building is a profound reflection of our past.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\/Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eExplores how English architecture influenced the world.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eContextualizes architectural history within England's cultural past and present.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eCovers the narrative from humble Saxon huts through Victorian engineering feats.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eFully updated and expanded edition, now concluding in 2020.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eAnalyzes the role of buildings in reflecting economic, social, and cultural change.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n    \u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thurley, Simon\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBinding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paperback\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e English\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrint Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 480 pages\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e June 18, 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 129 x 42 x 198mm (12.9 x 4.2 x 19.8 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 268g\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/strong\u003e 000874324X\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/strong\u003e 978-0008743246\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eThis essential volume for students and enthusiasts of Social \u0026amp; Urban History provides a unique perspective on the story of England, embedded in the very fabric of its buildings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"by Simon Thurley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57639997079934,"sku":"000874324X","price":39.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0574\/3919\/1207\/files\/815-_YuycrL_68c1fa70-fe9f-4a2f-a088-f3040544fdfb.jpg?v=1783099010","url":"https:\/\/ca.yachew.com\/products\/the-building-of-england-the-architectural-history-of-a-nation","provider":"Yachew","version":"1.0","type":"link"}