Explore the genius of 18th-century architectural design and the pivotal role of imagination with this insightful study. Part of the esteemed Cambridge Studies in the History of Architecture, the book delves into how Robert Adam harnessed his mastery of drawings and composition, honed in Rome, to translate revolutionary architectural ideas into practice. It illuminates how his pen and wash ‘inventions’ became the perfect medium for his vision, especially his engagement with the Picturesque movement. An indispensable resource for architecture students, art historians, and design professionals across India.