A History of Architecture on the Comparative Method, 5th ed. 1905

A HISTORY

OF ARCHITECTURE ON

THE COMPARATIVE METHOD.

" The

spirit of antiquity,

enshrined

In sumptuous buildings, vocal in sweet song, In picture speaking with heroic tongue,

And

with devout solemnities entwined

Strikes to the seat of grace within the mind Hence forms that glide with swan-like ease along, Hence motions, even amid the vulgar throng, :

To

an harmonious decency confined,

As if the streets were consecrated ground, The city one vast temple, dedicate To mutual respect in thought and deed."

WORDSWORTH,

STYLES