Author: CROSS, ROSEMARY JAMES [SIGNED]
Title: The Life and Times of Victoria Architect P. Leonard James
Description: Canada: D.B.P, 2005. First Edition. Paperback. ISBN: 0973725907. Signed, without inscription, upon title page by author. x, 220 pp. Index, bibliography, map, list of houses by street address. Profusely illustrated, primarily in black and whilte. Oblong 20 x 25cm. "With researched lists of his commissions and those of his partners: Hubert Savage and Douglas James." - subtitle. "A book on P.Leonard James's [1878-1970] life and accomplishments. A well-researched view of this architect's practice, with lively anecdotes and a highly personal record of his home life and journeys before and between WWI and WWII. Will appeal to heritage and history buffs, biographers, architects and to anyone who likes a well-told tale with a flavour of Victoria as it was." - back cover. "A fascinating read." - Prof. Martin Segger. Clean, bright and unmarked with light wear. A nice copy of this essential book for anyone fortunate enough to own a home designed by this illustrious architect.; 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall; Architects - British Columbia - biography, Architects - Victoria, P. Leonard James, Hubert Savage, Douglas James, Architecture - British Columbia - Victoria - 20th Century; Signed by Author(s). Very Good .

Keywords: 0973725907 . 20th