The Art of Architecture: A Poem in Imitation of Horace's Art of Poetry by Gwynn
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"The Art of Architecture: A Poem in Imitation of Horace's Art of Poetry" by Gwynn is a poetic treatise that explores the principles of architecture, written in the early 18th century. This work is categorized as a critical poem and reflects the literary styles and philosophical ideas of the Augustan period. It likely emerged in the early 1740s, during a time when architectural theory was being redefined amidst changing artistic tastes. The
book addresses the topic of architectural aesthetics, emphasizing the importance of structure, design, and the adherence to classical principles. In this poem, Gwynn seeks to establish the rules and guidelines for creating beautiful and harmonious architecture. He draws parallels with Horace's literary principles, arguing that just as poetry requires skill, so too does architecture, which must adhere to specific standards of beauty and utility. The poem critiques various architectural styles and practitioners, advocating for a balance between innovation and the classical rules that have governed successful design. Through a series of examples, Gwynn illustrates how architects can align their work with nature and societal needs, ultimately conveying a passionate plea for the significance of architectural integrity in a rapidly evolving artistic landscape. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Gwynn, John, 1713-1786 |
|---|---|
| Commentator | Gibson, William A., 1932- |
| LoC No. | 74634197 |
| Title | The Art of Architecture: A Poem in Imitation of Horace's Art of Poetry |
| Credits |
Produced by Chris Curnow, Joseph Cooper, David Garcia and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 58.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Architecture -- Poetry |
| Subject | Horace -- Parodies, imitations, etc. |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 36441 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-36441-4 |
| Release Date | Jun 15, 2011 |
| Last Update | Sep 2, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 253 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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