The Mall in Washington, 1791-1991 (Second Edition) - Hardcover

Longstreth, Richard

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0300095376 ISBN 13: 9780300095371

Publisher: NGW-Stud Hist Art, 2003

Synopsis

As the most important public space in the United States, the Mall in Washington, D.C., has been a vital emblem of national spirit and ideals ever since Major Pierre Charles L’Enfant first envisioned it over two hundred years ago. Although the Mall has undergone numerous changes since its conception, it has retained centrality within the life of the capital and has emerged as an essential symbol of American national identity and an influential model of city planning worldwide.

Featuring fourteen essays by prominent historians, architects, and leaders of some of Washington, D.C.’s most important institutions, this book explores the Mall’s origins and growth as well as the shifting political forces and cultural values that have shaped it. Over 140 illustrations help to tell the story of the site, including beautiful vintage maps, prints, and drawings, in addition to numerous contemporary documentary and historical photographs.

Originally published in 1991, The Mall in Washington features a new introduction discussing recent developments on the Mall.

About this title

From the Publisher:

Studies in the History of Art, National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C. Center for Advanced Study in the Visual Arts

About the Author:

Richard Longstreth is professor of American civilization at George Washington University. Therese O’Malley is associate dean of the Center for Advanced Study in the Visual Arts, National Gallery of Art, Washington.

About this edition

• Publisher: NGW-Stud Hist Art
• Publication date: 2003
• ISBN 10: 0300095376
• ISBN 13: 9780300095371
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 328
• Editor: Longstreth Prof. Richard