The Metropolis of Tomorrow - (Dover Books on Architecture) by Hugh Ferriss (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>The metropolis of the future -- as perceived by architect Hugh Ferriss in 1929 -- was both generous and prophetic in vision. This illustrated essay on the modern city and its future features 59 illustrations.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br>In 1916, New York City enacted zoning laws that mandated the building of "set-back" structures so that light and air would be more freely admitted into the streets below. This concept was first proposed by Louis Sullivan in his 1891 article, "The High-Building Question" (inspired by William Le Baron Jenney's recently completed Manhattan Building in Chicago.) Hugh Ferriss (1889-1962), American draftsman and architect, studied architecture at Washington University in St. Louis where the Beaux Arts school was favored. Early in his career he worked as a draftsman in the office of Cass Gilbert until he became a freelance delineator. In 1922, Ferris took part in a series of zoning envelope studies that sought to comply with the earlier city legislation. Such were the key ingredients that gave rise to the book at hand.<br>In <i>The Metropolis of Tomorrow, </i> 49 stunning illustrations depict towering structures, personal space, wide avenues, and rooftop parks -- features that now exist in many innovative, densely populated urban landscapes. Ferriss uses metaphors from nature that lend his text a poetic quality. It is no wonder that the work inspired critics of the time to remark: "As a creative entity, as a symbol of the American spirit, it is superb" (<i>Survey</i>), and as "magically stirring as a prophecy" (Albert Guerard in <i>Books</i>).<br>With its eloquent commentary and powerful renderings, <i>The Metropolis of Tomorrow</i> is an indispensable resource for students, architects, and anyone else with an interest in American architecture.
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