Giving Preservation a History - 9780367025823

Taylor & Francis

Giving Preservation a HistoryHistories of Historic Preservation in the United States\nAuthor(s): Randall F. Mason, Max Page\nFormat: Paperback\nPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom\nImprint: Routledge\nISBN-13: 9780367025823, 978-0367025823\nSynopsis\nIn this volume, some of the leading figures in the field have been brought together to write on the roots of the historic preservation movement in the United States, ranging from New York to Santa Fe, Charleston to Chicago. Giving Preservation a History explores the long history of historic preservation: how preservation movements have taken a leading role in shaping American urban space and development; how historic preservation battles have reflected broader social forces; and what the changing nature of historic preservation means for efforts to preserve national, urban, and local heritage.\n\nThe second edition adds several new essays addressing key developing areas in the field by major new voices. The new essays rep.