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Architecture's odd couple

2016333 pagesBloomsbury Press, an imprint of Bloomsbury Publishing Plc

Synopsis

Frank Lloyd Wright and Philip Johnson, two titans of 20th-century architecture, shaped the American landscape with their distinct styles. Wright pioneered the romantic prairie style, while Johnson introduced spare postmodernist experiments. Often publicly at odds, their shared creativity and charisma fueled a rivalry that sparked new artistic directions for both men. This book traces their contentious yet fruitful relationship, showcasing how their encounters influenced history and defined modern space through iconic structures like Fallingwater and the Glass House.

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About the author

Hugh Howard writes about baseball. His book, "Spitters, beanballs, and the incredible shrinking strike zone," takes a close look at the game's history and its evolving rules.

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Characters

Frank Lloyd WrightProtagonist
Philip JohnsonProtagonist
Hugh HowardCameo

Subjects

Places

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Book cover of Architecture's odd couple