What makes a great building?

This is a question that has preoccupied architects, critics and travellers alike for centuries. Despite the rich variety of buildings around the world, from both Eastern and Western traditions, no popular, fully illustrated, specially photographed survey of the ‘greats’ has been attempted, until now …

Over 350 photographs celebrate the finest examples of architecture from over 2000 years, with such highlights as Hagia Sophia; the Gothic and Renaissance cathedrals of Europe; the Islamic masterworks at Isfahan in Iran; the Agra Fort and the Taj Mahal; the Houses of Parliament in London; Le Corbusier’s chapel at Ronchamp; and Gehry’s iconic Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao.

'World Architecture' features over 80 buildings, more than 40 of which receive in-depth attention in detailed photo essays. Will Pryce’s accompanying texts provide an extra dimension of understanding for the contexts, peoples and evolution of architectural history.

This book conveys all the wonder and excitement of encountering truly great buildings for the first time.
It will fascinate and enchant for many years to come.