Construction Revisited: An Illustrated Guide to Construction Details of the Early 20th Century

Construction Revisited: An Illustrated Guide to Construction Details of the Early 20th Century

Editorial Reviews The publisher, John Wiley & Sons A general perspective of building construction commonly used in the U.S. prior to the mid-twentieth century. Examines construction materials, systems and components along with explanatory comments by the author. Addresses such special problems as water and stairs control. The ``Milestones'' section chronicles advances in architecture and construction. Features extensive illustrations from historical texts.

Construction Revisited: An Illustrated Guide to Construction Details of the Early 20th Century,James Ambrose,John Wiley & Sons,0471591300,19th Century Architecture,19th century,20th century,Architecture,Building,Building Construction,Construction - General,General,History,United States,Building construction & materials,History of engineering & technology,USA,c 1700 to c 1800,c 1800 to c 1900

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