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Aspirations for Excellence: Alexander Jackson Davis and the First Campus Plan for the University of Michigan, 1838 Hardcover – October 13, 2003

by Julia M. Truettner (Author)
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In 1838, the Regents of the University of Michigan contracted with Alexander Jackson Davis, who provided landmark designs in the Gothic Revival style. Although they approved Davis' designs, the financial situation forced the Regents to ultimately abandon them, and instead build in the classical style. The architect of these structures has been unknown, as has been the source for the plan for placing them on the campus.

Aspirations for Excellence explores the early physical development of the University of Michigan's campus from 1838 to 1880, the designs of architect Alexander Jackson Davis, and the mystery of the sources of the classical buildings. Showcasing the beautiful designs that Davis drew for Michigan, this book provides a view of his career and his place in the development of campus planning and design in America.

Many previously unknown documents and unique illustrations have been brought together for the first time in this important collection that tackles issues related to campus planning, history of higher learning institutions, architectural history of the nineteenth century, and the influence of the physical development of college campuses in the 1830s and 1840s on the campus of today. Aspirations for Excellence will be of interest to aficionados of the University of Michigan, as well as scholars in the fields of architecture and architectural history.

Julia M. Truettner is Building Historian and Administrative Assistant, University Architect and Planner's Office, University of Michigan.

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  1. Print length
    212 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN REGIONAL
  4. Publication date
    October 13, 2003
  5. Dimensions
    8.75 x 1 x 12 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    0472112775
  7. ISBN-13
    978-0472112777
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN REGIONAL; First Edition (October 13, 2003)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 212 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0472112775
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0472112777
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 3.35 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.75 x 1 x 12 inches
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  • Spoiled Dog Family
    5.0 out of 5 stars Aspirations for Excellence Worthy of Praise
    Reviewed in the United States on July 20, 2005
    Truly an outstanding publication worthy of praise from both fans of the University of Michigan and of architectual design and history. This book combines fascinating research with a comprehensive discussion of the designs of Alexander Jackson Davis and showcases exquisite illustrations including many color architectual renderings from the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Ms. Truettner's sentinel work is as extraordinary to view as it is to read. Highly recommended.
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