This is the only book to cover the gamut of preservation issues in layman’s language: the philosophy and history of the movement, the role of government, the documentation and designation of historic properties, sensitive architectural designs and planning, preservation technology, and heritage tourism, plus a survey of architectural styles. It is an ideal introduction to the field for students, historians, preservationists, property owners, local officials, and community leaders. Updated throughout, this revised edition addresses new subjects, including heritage tourism and partnering with the environmental community. 91 line drawings; 69 black-and-white photographs.

"1994 edition published as Issues of historic preservation"--T.p. verso.

The preservation movement in the United States -- Architectural styles, contextualism, and design guidelines -- The legal basis for preservation -- Designation of historic properties -- Historic districts and ordinances -- Intervention approaches, documentation, and technology -- Preservation economics -- Preservation planning -- Sustainability and partnering with the environmental community -- Heritage tourism, cultural landscapes, and heritage areas.