Building
Philip Wilkinson
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Building
Published
1995
Publisher
Alfred A. Knopf
Pages
61
ISBN-10
0679872566
Description
There has always been an incredible diversity of domestic buildings around the world from simple branch and animal skin lean-tos to log cabins Roman villas and skyscrapers. This superb collection of photographs brings their variety and construction vividly to life.Starting with different building materials the book looks at how buildings are put together and the problems faced by stonemasons carpenters bricklayers and other craftspeople in their daily work. Learn how a medieval half-timbered house was erected how thatch is put on a roof and how glorious patterns and colours are achieved in mosaics tiles and glass. Discover the different styles of domestic building around the world with houses shown in detail inside and out.Packed with fascinating facts Building is a unique and compelling introduction to the homes we live in.
Subjects
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Fundamentals of building construction
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Building?
This edition of Building has approximately 61 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Building?
For most readers, Building typically takes between 1h 16m and 51m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 15,250 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 1h 1m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 3 days • Estimated word count: 15,250 words
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What is the word count of Building?
The estimated word count for Building is approximately 15,250 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
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Who is the author of Building?
Building was written by Philip Wilkinson.
When was Building published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1995. The original work may have been published on a different date.