Historic preservation
Subtitle: an introduction to its history, principles, and practice
By: Norman Tyler.
Contributors: Tyler, Norman.
Publisher: W.W. Norton; W.W. Norton & Co.
Published: 2000
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 254
Subjects: Historic preservation -- United States; Historic sites -- Conservation and restoration -- United States
Description: "Historic Preservation is the only book that covers the gamut of preservation issues in layman's language: the philosophy and history of the movement, the role of government, the documentation and designation of historic properties, establishing a historic district, sensitive architectural design and planning, preservation technology, and the economics of building rehabilitation, plus a survey of architectural styles and an extensive list of preservation resources.

It is an ideal introduction to the field for students and homeowners, local officials, and community leaders."--BOOK JACKET.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 228-231) and index.
Rev. and updated ed. of: Issues of historic preservation. c1994.