Donovan, Andrea Elizabeth.

William Morris and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings / by Andrea Elizabeth Donovan. - New York : Routledge, c2008. - vii, 170 p. ; 24 cm. - Literary criticism and cultural theory .

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Modern preservation techniques with nineteenth century inspiration -- The architectural and ideological environment of the nineteenth century -- William Morris, his attitude toward the Gothic revival, and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings -- The SPAB in Britain -- The SPAB in France and Germany in the nineteenth century -- SPAB activities and influences in the twentieth century.

0415955955 9780415955959 (hbk.)


Morris, William, 1834-1896.


Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings (London, England)


Historic preservation--History.--Europe

363.69060421 / DON