Author: REMPEL, JOHN I.
Title: Building with Wood and Other Aspects of Nineteenth- Century Building in Central Canada
Description: Toronto: University of Toronto Press, 1980. Revised Edition. Paperback. ISBN: 0802064280. 454 pages. Index. Footnotes. Bibliography. Profusely illustrated in black and white. "Treats construction techniques in the context of their environment and traces the history of various European and North American influences on methods of building in Upper Canada during the pioneer years... The book's emphasis on techniques of building and on details such as joints distinguishes it from glossier 'picture' books. It remains the ideal guide for everyone interested in early architecture and in the conservation of old buildings in Canada." - from back cover. Company inkstamp atop half-title page otherwise clean and unmarked with moderate wear. Tight and square. A quality copy of this acclaimed work.; 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall; Building With Wood And Other Aspects of Nineteenth- Century Building in Central Canada Joints Pioneer Building Construction Techniques Restoration History. Good .

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