The Evolution Of The English House (1898)

The Evolution of the English House, written by Sidney Oldall Addy and originally published in 1898, is a comprehensive exploration of the history and development of English domestic architecture. The book begins with an overview of prehistoric and early medieval housing in England, and then examines the evolution of domestic architecture from the Norman Conquest to the 19th century. Addy explores the various styles and influences that have shaped English houses over the centuries, including Gothic, Renaissance, and Georgian architecture. He also discusses the social and cultural factors that have influenced the design and construction of English houses, such as changes in wealth, fashion, and technology. Throughout the book, Addy provides detailed illustrations and photographs of various houses and architectural features, as well as historical documents and accounts. The Evolution of the English House is a fascinating and informative study of one of England's most enduring and important cultural artifacts.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.