Synopses & Reviews
Earth construction is by no means a craft of the past. In recent decades interest has reawakened as part of the global search for a more sustainable future in construction, and new generations of earth builders are appearing. To a great extent, information and understanding of the basic principles of the material have grown out of investigations in pursuit of best practice in the conservation of historic and archaeological examples.The book is divided into UK regional chapters, each of which illustrates the nature of earth building in the different regions. In each chapter, the authors discuss the historic and social aspects of earth construction in their region and reflect the priorities of that region. The book concludes with three chapters on the archaeology of earth, on World Heritage sites in Britain, and on earthen architecture in the new millennium.The book will prove of interest and value to research scientists, architects and conservators interested in sustainable construction.
Synopsis
Great Britain and Ireland contain thousands of earthen structures, ranging from monumental earthworks to individual buildings and humble dwellings. Earth buildings are essential to the character of many parts of the countryside, yet often go unrecognised. Terra Britannica outlines the range of earth building types and materials encountered. It is divided into regional chapters, each of which discusses the historical, geological and social, as well as technological, aspects of traditional earth construction in that region. The book concludes with three chapters on the archaeology of earth, on World Heritage sites in Britain, and on earthen architecture in the new millennium. Published in association with English Heritage.
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These twelve essays are a celebration of earthern structures in Great Britain and Ireland, bringing together different approaches to the subject and the study of these structures in the field.
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These twelve essays are A celebration of earthen structures in Great Britain and Ireland, ' bringing together different approaches to the subject and the study of these structures in the field. As well as increasing the awareness of these sites, the essays reflect the increasing need to conserve and maintain them. Case studies include: Walse, Solway Plain, East Midlands, Scotland, East Anglia, Wessex, Devon and Cornwall, Ireland.