Architectural Examples In Brick, Stone, Wood, And Iron (1890)

By William Fullerton

Book Overview

Architectural Examples In Brick, Stone, Wood, And Iron is a book written by William Fullerton in 1890. The book is a comprehensive guide to the different materials that are commonly used in architecture, including brick, stone, wood, and iron. It provides a detailed analysis of the different properties of these materials, as well as their strengths and weaknesses when used in construction. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific material. The chapter on brick, for example, discusses the different types of brick and their uses in construction, as well as the various techniques used to lay brick. The chapter on stone covers the different types of stone used in architecture, such as granite, marble, and sandstone, and their properties. In addition to discussing the properties of these materials, the book also provides numerous examples of buildings that use them in interesting and innovative ways. These examples include both historical and contemporary buildings, and cover a wide range of architectural styles. Overall, Architectural Examples In Brick, Stone, Wood, And Iron is an invaluable resource for architects, builders, and anyone interested in the history and practice of architecture. Its detailed analysis of different building materials and their uses, as well as its numerous examples of innovative design, make it a must-read for anyone interested in the field.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 116209785X
• ISBN13: 9781162097855
• Release Date: May 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 514 Pages
• Weight: 3.24 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 8.5" x 11.0"