The Development of English Building Construction,

Innocent, Charles Frederick

ISBN 10: 0715352997 / ISBN 13: 9780715352991

Published by David and Charles, Newton Abbot, 1971

About this Item

Modern reprint of the 1916 edition. Light foxing to prelims o/w internally clean and unmarked with sharp corners, firm hinges. DJ has light wear to corners and spine ends o/w Good condition. BP/House Construction.

Seller Inventory # ABE-1641429278044

Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Development of English Building Construction,
• Publisher: David and Charles, Newton Abbot
• Publication Date: 1971
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0715352997
• ISBN 13: 9780715352991
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Condition: Very Good
• Dust Jacket Condition: Good
• Seller catalogs:
  • Construction
  • British Architectural History

About this title

Synopsis

The Development of English Building Construction was originally published in 1916. Its author, C. F. Innocent, had an great passion for his subject and an extensive knowledge of English architecture. He wrote this volume as a reaction to the predominant position of ecclesiastical buildings in other works on English construction history, wishing instead to give precedence to the small but significant works of architecture that constitute a true history of English construction. Innocent's work focuses on cruck-framed homes and farm buildings, as well as stone and cob-walled dwellings. There is also a discussion of traditional roofing techniques and the cultural and linguistic significance of English architecture through the ages. Innocent's points are well evidenced, eloquently argued and supported by a series of intriguing black and white illustrations. This book will continue to fascinate and invigorate any reader with an interest in English construction history, whether passing or professional.

Book Description

Originally published in 1916 C. F. Innocent wrote this volume as a reaction to the predominant position of ecclesiastical buildings in other works on English construction history, wishing instead to give precedence to the small but significant works of architecture that constitute a true history of English construction.