About the book
This illustrated story of America’s first architect is based on material from a number of contemporary sources in the colonial period. Harrison’s buildings reflect the classical mode, and they fortunately survived the Revolution. His designs include the King’s Chapel, Boston; the Synagogue, Newport; and Christ Church, Cambridge.
Originally published in 1949.
A UNC Press Enduring Edition — UNC Press Enduring Editions use the latest in digital technology to make available again books from our distinguished backlist that were previously out of print. These editions are published unaltered from the original, and are presented in affordable paperback formats, bringing readers both historical and cultural value.
Editions of Peter Harrison
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9780807805626
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780807839560
- EBook
- ISBN 9780807839553
- PDF
- ISBN 9798890840820
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This illustrated story of America’s first architect is based on material from a number of contemporary sources in the colonial period. Harrison’s buildings reflect the classical mode, and they fortunately survived the Revolution. His designs include the King’s Chapel, Boston; the Synagogue, Newport; and Christ Church, Cambridge.
Originally published in 1949.
A UNC Press Enduring Edition — UNC Press Enduring Editions use the latest in digital technology to make available again books from our distinguished backlist that were previously out of print. These editions are published unaltered from the original, and are presented in affordable paperback formats, bringing readers both historical and cultural value.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peter Harrison about?
This illustrated story of America’s first architect is based on material from a number of contemporary sources in the colonial period. Harrison’s buildings reflect the classical mode, and they fortunately survived the Revolution. His designs include the King’s Chapel, Boston; the Synagogue, Newport; and Christ Church, Cambridge.
Originally published in 1949.
A UNC Press Enduring Edition — UNC Press Enduring Editions use the latest in digital technology to make available again books from our distinguished backlist that were previously out of print. These editions are published unaltered from the original, and are presented in affordable paperback formats, bringing readers both historical and cultural value.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Peter Harrison?
History and Archaeology > History > History of the Americas
Where can I read a sample of Peter Harrison?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780807805626
How long is Peter Harrison and how many pages does it have?
Peter Harrison has 247 page(s)
Is Peter Harrison part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series Published by the Omohundro Institute of Early American History and Culture and the University of North Carolina Press
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Peter Harrison?
Carl Bridenbaugh
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Peter Harrison is available as hardcover(ISBN 9780807805626) and paperback(ISBN 9780807839560) and ebook(ISBN 9780807839553) and pdf(ISBN 9798890840820)
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