Carlo Scarpa, A + U, Architecture and Urbanism, "1985 October Extra Edition", Number 10. Published by Gingko Press Inc. / A + U Publishing, Tokyo, softcover, 264 pages, 8.75 x 11.25 inches. Fourth Press May 1990. The texts are in Japanese and English. The editors are Yoshio Yoshida and Toshio Nakamura. This copy is in nice condition. The pages are clean without any markings, and the glueing of the binding is fine. There is some age-related yellowing and the covers show signs of use. Small sticker covers previous owner's name. (see photos). DESCRIPTION: The book has been richly illustrated with architectural photographs (mostly in colour), drawings and other visual material. The publication gives an introduction to Scarpa’s personal life and development as an architect and then presents nine of his key works: Possagno Plaster-Cast Gallery, Castelvecchio Museum, Olivetti Showroom, Querini-Sampalia Foundation Ground Floor and Courtyard, Gavina Showroom, Balboni House, Brion Family Cemetery, Banca Popolare di Verona, and Ottolenghi House. Another section in the publication is devoted to Scarpa’s drawings. The theoretical contributions about Carlo Scarpa and his architecture are written by Francesco Dal Co, Fumihiko Maki, Hiromi Fujii, Tadashi Yokoyama, and Shin Takamatsu.