Mansions of Denver: The Vintage Years 1870-1938 (The Pruett Series)

by James Bretz

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In James Bretz's Mansions of Denver, the charm and history of Denver's architectural past is carefully and beautifully drawn. His book provides readers with insight into the city's youth. But it is also a lament - an homage to a time when architectural originality prevailed.

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James Bretz compiled this fascinating look at Denver's early buildings in both downtown and Capitol Hill using his own photographic collection as well as images from the Colorado Historical Society, Denver Public Library's Western History Department, and private individuals.

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Denver, Colorado, USA
Original language
English

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Nonfiction, Home & Garden, Art & Design, History
DDC/MDS
728.80978883Arts & recreationArchitectureResidential and related buildingsLarge and elaborate private dwellingsModified standard subdivisionsHistory, geographic treatment, biography
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NA7511.4 .D46 .B74Fine Arts2599.5-2599.9 Architectural criticismArchitectureSpecial classes of buildingsClassed by useDomestic architecture. Houses. Dwellings
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Paper
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