Domes, Arches and Minarets

Domes, Arches and Minarets
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Total Pages : 254
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ISBN-10 : 0967001617
ISBN-13 : 9780967001616
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Download or read book Domes, Arches and Minarets written by Phil Pasquini and published by . This book was released on 2012 with total page 254 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This unique book by traces the history and development of Islamic-inspired architecture in the U.S. from the earliest Spanish-Moorish buildings constructed in the 1700s to the more contemporary buildings of the 21st century. With more than 100 original color photographs of buildings from across America, Domes, Arches and Minarets discusses the origins, influences and inspiration that has created this very distinctive and rich part of the American cityscape.


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