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Building with Stone by Charles McRaven; illustrations by Chandis Ingenthron and the author; photographs by Linda Moore McRaven and the author is a reference work available to read on EtoBox.

What is Building with Stone about?

<br> Concrete and steel may weigh as much, but nothing can rival stone for its beauty and durability. Building With Stone is an introduction to the art and craft of creating stone structures and projects by a man who has made stonework his vocation. <p>Throughout the book is Charles McRaven's stonebuilding philosophy -- that careful craftsmanship and time well spent during construction will repay itself many times over. The physical challenges will be offset by tremendous satisfaction and the knowledge that long after the builder is gone, the structure will stand as a personal and historical monument.</p> <p>Based on years of experience, this book will educate the novice and inspire the seasonal artisan. A stonebuilder at any level will learn how to evaluate each stone and undertake each step in the procedure with an eye toward aesthetics and useful permanence.</p> <p>In addition to introductory material on acquiring stone and what tools will be necessary, there are chapters with step-by-step instructions on how to build:</p> <p>-- walls</p> <p>-- buttresses</p> <p>-- stone fireplaces</p> <p>-- a barbecue pit</p> <p>-- a stone dam</p> <p>-- a stone bridge</p> <p>-- a spring house</

Who reads Building with Stone?

Author

Charles McRaven; illustrations by Chandis Ingenthron and the author; photographs by Linda Moore McRaven and the author

Publisher

Storey Publishing, LLC

Published

1980

Language

EN

ISBN

9780882665504

Category

reference

Subjects

Technology, Engineering, Crafts & Hobbies

Rating

4 / 5 (22 ratings)

Updated

2026-03-14