Fred Cumberland--building the Victorian dream

Geoffrey Simmins

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Fred Cumberland--building the Victorian dream

by Geoffrey Simmins

1997

University of Toronto Press

345

0802006795

Description

In the first comprehensive study of Frederic William Cumberland (1820-1881), Geoffrey Simmins traces Cumberland's career as architect, railway manager, and politician, providing a richly detailed history and analysis of his contribution to Toronto's urban landscape. The architect of such prominent buildings as the University of Toronto's University College, Osgoode Hall, and St James's Cathedral, Cumberland was devoted to building the Victorian dream - optimistic and materialistic in its outlook, yet also spiritual in its basis. His diverse interests and accomplishments make him an important figure in Canadian architecture and in Victorian studies more generally. The book is divided into three parts. Part One establishes the context of Cumberland's life and times. Part Two is devoted to examining his architectural career. Part Three consists of a catalogue raisonne of all of Cumberland's architectural designs.

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This edition of Fred Cumberland--building the Victorian dream has approximately 345 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.

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Who is the author of Fred Cumberland--building the Victorian dream?

Fred Cumberland--building the Victorian dream was written by Geoffrey Simmins.

When was Fred Cumberland--building the Victorian dream published?

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