The Making Of A Country Home (1901)

By J P Mowbray

Book Overview

The Making Of A Country Home is a book written by J. P. Mowbray and first published in 1901. The book is a detailed guide to building and designing a country home from scratch. It covers everything from choosing a suitable location and designing the layout of the house, to selecting the right materials and furnishings. The author provides practical advice on everything from plumbing and heating to landscaping and gardening. The book is aimed at those who are considering building a country home and want to do so in a thoughtful and considered way. It is written in a clear and accessible style and is illustrated throughout with photographs and drawings. The Making Of A Country Home is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of architecture and design, as well as those who are interested in building their own home.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: 1163901164
• ISBN13: 9781163901168
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 266 Pages
• Weight: 0.79 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"