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The long-awaited reissue of the autobiography of Peter Rice, acclaimed as one of the crucial greatest structural engineers of the twentieth century.
An Engineer Imagines gives a rare glimpse into the mind and philosophy of Peter Rice, a man who, in Renzo Piano’s words, could design structures “like a pianist who can play with his eyes shut.” Collaborating with among the finest architects on buildings that became icons of latest design—including the Sydney Opera House, Pompidou Centre, Menil Collection, and Lloyd’s of London—he brought a uniquely poetic feeling to his work. Rice writes about the role of the engineer in society, and his own creative approach. He admits he became an engineer accidentally, tentatively feeling his way through a career without a natural instinct. But as he is taking you through each of his projects, separately, you’ll trace his development from graduate to veteran. Rice’s compelling and beautifully written autobiography is perfect for individuals who need to better bear in mind postwar buildings and our concrete environment, or are budding students of engineering and architecture.
An Engineer Imagines gives a rare glimpse into the mind and philosophy of Peter Rice, a man who, in Renzo Piano’s words, could design structures “like a pianist who can play with his eyes shut.” Collaborating with among the finest architects on buildings that became icons of latest design—including the Sydney Opera House, Pompidou Centre, Menil Collection, and Lloyd’s of London—he brought a uniquely poetic feeling to his work. Rice writes about the role of the engineer in society, and his own creative approach. He admits he became an engineer accidentally, tentatively feeling his way through a career without a natural instinct. But as he is taking you through each of his projects, separately, you’ll trace his development from graduate to veteran. Rice’s compelling and beautifully written autobiography is perfect for individuals who need to better bear in mind postwar buildings and our concrete environment, or are budding students of engineering and architecture.
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