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 The Architecture of Provence and the Riviera BY DAVID MACGIBBON. ILLUSTRATED WITH NKARLY 300 ILLUSTRATIONS. One Volume 8vo, 21s. ' ' Mr Macgibbon begins with a map of the country of which he proposes to treat, and three short introductory chapters, chiefly historical. Next he describes the remains of classical, and then, at greater length, those of mediaeval architecture, the last chapter occupying nearly three-quarters of the book. . . which is a welcome addition to the library, as well as a valuable companion to the guide-book." Athenceum. " We can imagine no more fascinating book for the lover of early mediaeval art than this handsome and beautifully illustrated volume." Spectator. "Mr Macgibbon gives a very able sketch of the development of the architecture of the district, from the Byzantine to the mediaeval styles, and especially of the invention of the pointed arch ... a real artistic power of generalisation, combined with that technical knowledge which gives accuracy to the details, and consequently a practical value to the drawing, and makes it something more than a merely pretty sketch. . . . Mr Macgibbon's book is one of real merit, both for its text and its abundant illustrations." Saturday Review. "An invaluable companion for visitors to the South of France and the Riviera, and will afford information concerning an important phase of archi- tecture. " Architect. "We can promise a treat to any one who wisely elects to accompany so interesting and instructive a guide." Building News. ' ' Sufficiently technical to be of value to the student of architectural art, but it is written in a manner to make it acceptable to all who take an interest in the historical development of architecture. . . . The descriptions of the various buildings referred to are distinctly popular in style, and one of the most valuable parts of the work are the illustrations, which occur in almost every page of the text." Scotsman. "With both pen and pencil Mr Macgibbon introduces us delightfully to a new country." Scots Observer. " Leaves nothing to be desired but personal inspection." Glasgow Herald. " We must express our cordial thanks to Mr Macgibbon for so complete, so comprehensive, and so delightful an account of the architecture of a district which abounds in material of the utmost interest to the artist, the archaeologist, and the student of history. Such a book as this the work of an author who combines many qualifications for the task should be the constant guide and companion of all cultivated and intelligent visitors to Provence and the Riviera." John Butt. EDINBURGH : DAVID DOUGLAS, CASTLE STREET. 2