The Shanghai Alleyway House

A Vanishing Urban Vernacular

Autori

• Gregory Bracken

Parametri

Pagine

200pagine

Tempo di lettura

7ore

• Architettura e urbanistica
• Storia
• Storia del mondo

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Focusing on the Shanghai alleyway house, the book explores its architectural significance and historical context within the city. Gregory Bracken delves into its impact on Shanghai's cultural and social evolution, highlighting its representation in Chinese film and literature. As rapid urban redevelopment looms, the future of these unique dwellings is at risk, posing a threat to an important aspect of Chinese architectural and cultural heritage.

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Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2013