Modern House Builder: From The Log Cabin And Cottage To The Mansion (1857)

By Zephaniah Baker

Book Overview

Modern House Builder: From The Log Cabin And Cottage To The Mansion is a book written by Zephaniah Baker and originally published in 1857. The book is a comprehensive guide to building houses of all sizes and styles, from the simple log cabin and cottage to the grand mansion. The book covers a wide range of topics related to house building, including the selection of building materials, the design and layout of the house, the construction process, and the finishing touches. It also includes detailed instructions for building specific types of houses, such as Gothic Revival cottages and Italianate villas.In addition to practical advice on house building, the book also includes a wealth of information on the history and evolution of architectural styles. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of mid-19th century architecture and design.Overall, Modern House Builder is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the art and science of house building, as well as for students of architectural history. It is a timeless classic that continues to be relevant and useful today.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: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164876880
• ISBN13: 9781164876885
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 212 Pages
• Weight: 0.64 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"