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The Story of Follies : Architectures of Eccentricity, Hardback Book

The Story of Follies : Architectures of Eccentricity Hardback

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Are they frivolous or practical? Follies are buildings constructed primarily for decoration, but suggest another purpose through their appearance.

In this superbly illustrated book Celia Fisher describes follies in their historical and architectural context, looks at their social and political significance and highlights their relevance today.

She explores follies built in protest, follies in oriental and gothic styles, animal-related follies, waterside follies and grottoes, and, finally, follies in glass and steel. Featuring many fine illustrations, from historical paintings to contemporary photographs and prints, and taking in follies from Great Britain, Ireland and throughout Europe and beyond, this is an amusing and informative guide to fanciful, charming buildings.

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