A Guide to Dry Stone Walling by Andy Radford
The author looks into the history and development of dry stone walling before demonstrating how to build a wall with step-by-step explanations accompanied by photographs and diagrams.
"This book written by a skilled practitioner, is not only, as the title implies, a guide, but a journey through the history and development of the art of dry stone constructionThe chapters are set out in an easy to follow format, starting with the basic walling techniques, taking the novice through the crucial first steps..... gives comprehensive detailed instruction to both the basic and advanced waller..... whether you will go on to savour the delights of actual construction or just dream from the comfort of your armchair, it is well worth a read."
"Anyone with even the remotest interest in countryside skills will be sure to find inspiration in this book...... Andy Radford's commitment and love of his craft and his obvious desire to share his knowledge with others shines through and will, through this publication, help to ensure that the tradition of Dry Stone Walling continues for centuries to come.""
"Anyone with even the remotest interest in countryside skills will be sure to find inspiration in this book...... Andy Radford's commitment and love of his craft and his obvious desire to share his knowledge with others shines through and will, through this publication, help to ensure that the tradition of Dry Stone Walling continues for centuries to come.""
Andy Radford has been building dry stone walls for over twenty years, and has acted as a consultant, designer and contractor. He runs a landscape business in north Wales.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781861264442 |
| ISBN 10 | 1861264445 |
| Title | A Guide to Dry Stone Walling |
| Author | Andy Radford |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | The Crowood Press Ltd |
| Year published | 2001-07-31 |
| Number of pages | 128 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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