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Books : Development of English Building Construction
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Development of English Building Construction by: C.F. Innocent |
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Binding: Hardcover EAN: 9780715352991 ISBN: 0715352997 Label: David & Charles PLC Manufacturer: David & Charles PLC Number Of Pages: 320 Publication Date: July 15, 1971 Publisher: David & Charles PLC Studio: David & Charles PLC Sales Rank: 1500009 Browse for similar items by category:
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 Rating: - Recommended to all from the mildly curious to the obsessed.The book itself is very readable and not a dull academic tome. It considers the evolution of houses from mere shelters to permanent, weather-proof structures, and would be of interest to anyone from the mildly curious to the architecturally obsessed. If cruck framed buildings are your thing then you really should read this book. You could use this book to help you to try and date a building but along the way you will also gain an insight into the history of that method of construction. The book does also look at other materials - stone and cob walling, roofing materials such as thatching, slate and stone and so on. As with any book I am wary of unquestioning acceptance of one person's views. However, Innocent's points ... Read More: |
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