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Architecture: From Prehistory to Climate Emergency by Barnabas Calder is a compelling exploration that connects the dots between architectural design and energy consumption through the ages.
This pivotal work invites readers on an enlightening journey spanning 15,000 years of architectural history, showcasing how our buildings mirror humanity’s priorities and the evolution of energy sources. From the awe-inspiring Parthenon in Ancient Greece to the intricate Great Mosque of Damascus and the charm of Georgian homes, Calder's narrative is rich with insight.
Calder's extensive research sheds light on a pressing issue: architecture is responsible for 40% of global greenhouse gas emissions due to its energy usage. This book not only reflects on our architectural achievements but also serves as a clarion call to embrace sustainability in design. Here are some key features of this remarkable work:
Architecture: From Prehistory to Climate Emergency is undeniably timely and relevant, appealing to anyone with an interest in architecture, sustainability, or environmental issues. As we navigate the climate crisis, this book is a vital resource for understanding the role architecture plays in our world and how it can evolve for a sustainable future.
ISBN: | 9780141978208 |
Author: | Barnabas Calder |
Format: | Paperback / softback |
Imprint: | Pelican |
Publisher: | Penguin Books Ltd |
Dimensions: | 180 x 112 x 31 mm |
Publication Date: | 29 September, 2022 |
Pagination: | 576 pages |
Weight: | 314g |
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Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’