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Assignment:
Analyse the historiographical essay's argument, the historical context, and author's perspective
The sources you've provided cover a wide range of perspectives on the influence of Greek architecture on modern societies.
Carter's "The Influence of Ancient Greece: A Historical and Cultural Analysis" (2023) provides a comprehensive overview of Greek society, philosophy, politics, art, and architecture. The author argues that Greek culture and design have significantly influenced modern thought and culture, particularly through architectural structures.
Grover's "Architecture as a Manifest of The Culture of a Region" (2012) argues that architecture reflects the culture of a region. The author provides examples from different periods, including Greece and Roman times, where religious practices, beliefs, technological advancements, and political and social practices influenced architectural structures.
Hemingway's "Architecture in Ancient Greece" (2003) provides detailed information about Greek architecture, emphasizing the excellence of workmanship and the importance of Greek art in design. The author argues that Greek architecture laid the groundwork for future structures.
Latrobe's site plans for the White House (1807) demonstrate the influence of Greek architecture on modern societies, particularly in government buildings.
Palcis's "The Enduring Legacy of Greek Architecture and Engineering: How Ancient Innovations Shaped Modern Design" (2023) argues that engineering techniques used by the Ancient Greeks have significantly influenced modern-day architecture.
Vitruvius's "The Ten Books on Architecture" (1914) is a handbook about Greek architecture. The author, a Roman architect, wished to preserve the classical temple design, indicating the influence of Greek architecture on Roman architecture.
Von Rydingsvard's "Greek Architecture and its Influence in the United States" (1898) discusses the historical influence of the Greek architecture revival during the Renaissance and its impact on modern societies, particularly in the United States.
Arnold, Ergut, & Ozkaya's "Rethinking Architectural Historiography" (2006) discusses changes and developments in architectural historiographical practices, providing a theoretical framework for understanding the transformation process in architecture.
Barletta's "Greek Architecture" (2011) provides meticulous recordings of 18th and 19th-century buildings and components, emphasizing the historical and social context.
Parker's "How Has Greek Architecture Influenced Our World Today?" (2023) explains the significant impact of Greek architecture on modern designs, particularly through the use of Greek columns, pediments, entablatures, and cornices.