Examines the theory that the Norman commissioned Bayeux Tapestry carries a hidden message which tells the Anglo-Saxon version of the Norman Conquest. Stresses that studies of this nature demand an interdisciplinary approach. Notes that historical and artistic influences must be considered in determining the artist's intent. (KO)

Vincent Scully, Yale art historian, discusses urban architecture, classical influences, and the role of technology. He argues for a public architecture that expresses and supports the concept of communities, and discusses the decline and rebirth of American cities. (MJP)