Words & Buildings - A Vocabulary Of Modern Architecture by Adrian Forty

Discover the profound connection between architecture and language with this pioneering book. It delves into the social and conceptual significance of the words used when discussing buildings, unraveling the complex interplay between architecture and language. Extensive chapters explore topics like modernism, architecture metaphors, and the social properties of architecture. Additionally, the book presents a valuable vocabulary of keywords, placing them within a historical and theoretical context.