Description

""John Wellborn Root: A Study Of His Life And Work"" is a book written by Harriet Monroe in 1896. The book is a detailed account of the life and work of John Wellborn Root, an American architect who played a significant role in the development of the Chicago School of Architecture. The book covers Root's early life, education, and career, as well as his notable projects, including the Rookery Building and the Monadnock Building. Monroe also explores Root's design philosophy and his impact on the field of architecture. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of American architecture and the Chicago School in particular.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.