Stamp's opinions about good and bad architecture seem reasonable, and he is willing to change his mind from time to time. But a book about architecture really needs lots more illustrations and pictures than this one has. You'll be constantly googling these buildings to know what they are, unless perhaps you are an architecture buff who lives in England already. Still, there are lots of good stories and well-supported opinions here, particularly the author's scorn of most modern architects, but especially sculptors. Statues belong on plinths! Not on the ground where people can take selfies with them. I tend to agree. ( )