Want to brush up on some architectural history or need an entertaining coffee-table book? "Discovering Architecture: How the World's Greatest Buildings Were Designed and Built" released today by Universe Publishing could be just what you need--and we're giving away three copies to three lucky Archinectors!
"Discovering Architecture" by Editor in Chief Philip Jodidio of French art monthly, Connaissance des Arts, looks deep into the histories of 50 of the world's most famous buildings over the past two millenia and the architects who designed them.
With 260 pages, this hardcover book offers plenty to explore: stunning photography, colorful illustrations and floorplans; die-cut overlays that focus on specific design elements; and accompanying essays on each building's construction and the social, political, geographical, and cultural contexts of their architects.
Starting today, simply answer this survey by clicking here for a chance to win a copy. Winners will be selected at random. Good luck!
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