The Inland Architect: Chicago’s Major Architectural Journal, 1883-1908

Prestiano, Robert. The Inland Architect: Chicago’s Major Architectural Journal, 1883-1908. Ann Arbor, Michigan: UMI Research Press, (1985). 8vo. xiv, 251pp. Decorated tan cloth with black lettering to cover and spine. A fascinating study of ‘The Inland Architect’ journal. “Specifically the journal will be examined in terms of its efforts toward the organization of architects and the building profession in the Middle West and elsewhere; its promotion of more thorough architectural education in the region; its belief in a vitality peculiar to Chicago and the Middle West; its presentation of theoretical and critical writing; its understanding of the social ramifications of architectural thought and design, including consideration on urban planning; and its choice of, and commentary upon, specific examples and design problems.” Illustrated with b/w photographs, drawings and plans. As new in shrink-wrap. vg. Hardcover. (14907) $45