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The architecture of America; a social and cultural history

by John E. Burchard, Albert Bush-Brown

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National Book Award (Finalist – Nonfiction – 1962)

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Genres: Nonfiction, Art & Design, History
DDC/MDS: 720.973 — Arts & recreation Architecture Architecture History, geographic treatment, biography North America United States
LCC: NA705 .B8 — Fine Arts 2599.5-2599.9 Architectural criticism Architecture History

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Languages: English
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Published: 1961
Genres: Nonfiction, Art & Design, History
DDC/MDS: 720.973
LCC: NA705 .B8

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