ISBN: 9780949284952 - peter hall architect : the phantom of the opera house (2 Ergebnisse)

Softcover. Zustand: Fine. Leichte Kratzer / Abnutzungen / Druckstellen; Leichte Verschmutzung / Farbtonveränderung. The design, construction and final cost of the Sydney Opera House is one of the most controversial stories in the nation's history. It was a dazzling concept to fill an ill-considered brief. When the problems inevitably came to a head, the architect who conceived it resigned and someone had to be appointed to complete the design. That person was Peter Hall but who was he? For the first time his story is told, from his early days in Narrabri in outback NSW, through university, and on to the daunting challenge of completing the Opera House interiors. It also tells of his later life. It is the story of a man who was clever, talented, and forthright but whose life was sometimes dramatic and occasionally controversial. His personal life too was colourful and always demanding, including two marriages and several public liaisons. He was both charming and erudite but above all he had a reputation for courage and integrity. This fascinating biography documents the passage of Peter Hall, architect - the phantom of the Sydney Opera House - whose life was at times complex, often admirable, sometimes adventurous, and finally tragic.…

Paperback. The design, construction and final cost of the Sydney Opera House is one of the most controversial stories in the nation's history. It was a dazzling concept to fill an ill-considered brief. When the problems inevitably came to a head, the architect who conceived it resigned and someone had to be appointed to complete the design. That person was Peter Hall. For the first time his story is told. These are USED books. Please only purchase if you are happy with that. Images & Editions We use stock images and database descriptions based on the ISBN. The image shown may NOT be the actual book cover you will receive. Covers, editions, printings, and publishers may differ. If you need a specific cover, edition, or printing, please contact us before purchasing. What "Used" Means Because these books are pre-owned: Colouring books may be coloured in Textbooks may have answers filled in, highlighting, notes, or underlining Workbooks may have writing inside Access codes, download codes, CDs, DVDs, or online content are usually missing or already used Books that originally came with toys, inserts, maps, cards, or bonus items will usually NOT include them Pages may be folded, marked, or show normal signs of use If you are buying a book for anything other than reading (e.g. colouring, study use, collecting, gifts, specific covers, bonus items, or digital access), used books may not be suitable. Condition All books are listed as Used - Good Books are clean and readable but not new Some books may have: Writing, highlighting, or markings Folded pages or minor wear A small warehouse or inventory sticker on the spine Original retailer stickers (we do not remove them) Our Process We purchase books by the pallet and scan thousands at a time. For this reason, we cannot photograph or individually inspect every book. Acknowledgement By purchasing, you acknowledge that: You understand the book is used You accept the condition and limitations described above Stock images and descriptions may not exactly match the item received Thank you for supporting Oak Books and helping give books a second life.…