The Early Residential Buildings of Trinity College Dublin

Architecture, Financing, People

von R A Somerville

404 Seiten, Hardcover

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

A deep dive into Trinity College Dublin's architectural origins. This scholarly work unearths the history of Trinity College Dublin's early residential buildings, from its 16th-century foundations to the 18th-century. Discover the stories behind the iconic Rubrics and the now-vanished structures of Library Square. Explore the architecture, financing, and the lives of those who shaped and inhabited these historic spaces. Uncover the financial mechanisms, design influences, and the social dynamics that defined college life centuries ago. Perfect for architectural historians, Irish history enthusiasts, and anyone captivated by the legacy of Trinity College.- Trace the evolution of Trinity's architectural styles.- Understand the financial forces driving construction.- Meet the architects, tradesmen, and residents who shaped the college.Relive a forgotten chapter of Dublin's past and gain a new appreciation for Ireland's oldest university.

• ISBN: 9781846829680
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 14.01.2022
• Größe: 248 x 171 mm
• Verlag: Four Courts Press