From classical times to the present day, this highly illustrated book surveys the enduring human need to imagine and construct ideal worlds. Gregory Claeys, a leading scholar in the field, surveys the influence of the idea of utopia on history, literature, art, architecture and religious and political thought, and covers the most significant utopias throughout history, whether envisaged or actually attempted. Complete with a wealth of photographs, paintings, engravings, maps, documents, posters and film stills, the book is a compelling exploration of the rich diversity of the utopian imagination.
- ISBN13 9780500251744
- Publish Date 7 February 2011
- Publish Status Active
- Out of Print 29 March 2021
- Publish Country GB
- Imprint Thames & Hudson Ltd
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 224
- Language English