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Summary: Right on the Mark!
Review: This book is right on the mark! I first read it as a junior in architecture school and in my youthful idealism pretty much dismissed most of the books observations. Now that I have been working as an architect for the last four years I have found this to be one of the most accurate looks at the profession of architecture available. Is it grim, yes at times, but it is much better to get a realistic perspective of what you are getting yourself into before devoting a lifetime working towards a goal that may not be right for you. I highly, highly recommend this book!
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Summary: Very informative guide to profession
Review: This book really lives up to its name of being "A Candid Guide" It paints a bleak picture of the architecture, giving many reasons why to not be an architect as well as reasons to become one. It offers extensive information on how to become an architect as well, although the information about choosing and getting into a college is a little lacking. Anyone who is interested in architecture should read this, although it may change your mind.
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Summary: ummmm
Review: Why on earth anyone would publish this former paperback into a hardcover is beyond me. Summary: architecture school is extremely time-consuming, you can't go part time or expect to work simultaneously, OR have a life, relationships, etc; go to the schools with the best reputations; most architects don't make much money as the result of competitive underselling of their work and recent years (and the cookie cutter build phenomenon), you must have good business sense and assertion to be an architect. End of story. Had I not purchased this book (paperback) some years ago at a critical point decision point, perhaps I would be happily employed right now ... with an architectural degree ... as an architect. Guaranteed to talk most anyone out of pursuing the field (even if you love to draw houses). If this is REALLY your dream, I say do NOT buy this book and just work hard and stay positive. :P
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