Domestic Architecture Early American Republic Greek Revival Major 1926 1st Ed

Domestic Architecture of the Early American Republic: The Greek Revival by Howard Major, A.I.A., is a seminal first edition published in 1926 by J. B. Lippincott Company. This comprehensive volume explores the architectural landscape of early America, detailing the design principles, construction, and cultural significance of the Greek Revival style. The work features 256 illustrations, including a color frontispiece, showcasing historic public buildings and private homes across the United States. A valuable resource for architects and historians, this hardcover edition includes a charming gift inscription from 1936, adding unique historical provenance. Published in Philadelphia and London, it remains an essential text for understanding American architectural heritage and classical design influence.