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This is a well written and engaging book about the history of furniture from the Egyptian civilization to the present. It is full of examples and great photographs and emphasizes the meaning of furniture within the context of the society and the psychology of the individual.
This all makes perfect sense now. He makes it easy to understand furniture history as it relates to social and political developments over time. Lucie-Smith addresses more than just stylistic developments in this book. For example, the advent of the printing press had a strong impact on furniture design in the 16th century. Lucie-Smith's book is a great primer for those interested in furniture history. Of course.
Edward Lucie-Smith wrote so many books that I would be surprised he remembers this one. You will choose the directions you want to explore and will buy more recent and more specialised books afterwards. Every body needs to start a passion with a guide. This might be your choice.
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