Power and architecture : the construction of capitals and the politics of space /

Capital cities have been the seat of political power and central stage for their state's political conflicts and rituals throughout the ages. In the modern era, they provide symbols for and confer meaning to the state, thereby contributing to the "invention" of the nation. Capitals ca...

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Other Authors:	Minkenberg, Michael, 1959- (Editor)
Format:	Electronic eBook
Language:	English
Published:	New York : Berghahn Books, 2014.
Subjects:	Democracy. Democracy and architecture. Architecture and state. Power (Social sciences) Public architecture. Symbolism in architecture. National characteristics. Capitals (Cities) > Case studies. Public spaces > Political aspects. City planning > History. Electronic books.
Online Access:	Full text (MFA users only)
ISBN:	9781782380108 1782380108 9781306877893 130687789X
Local Note:	ProQuest Ebook Central