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- A Book Of The Log Cabin (1908)

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Wilderness Homes: A Book of the Log Cabin is a book written by Oliver Kemp and published in 1908. The book is a comprehensive guide to building log cabins, including detailed instructions on selecting and preparing logs, laying the foundation, building walls, and constructing roofs. The author also provides advice on selecting the right tools, materials, and techniques for building a log cabin in the wilderness. The book is divided into several sections, each covering a different aspect of log cabin construction. The first section covers the history of log cabins and their place in American culture. The second section provides detailed instructions on selecting and preparing logs, including tips on cutting, peeling, and seasoning the wood. The third section covers the construction of the foundation, including advice on selecting the right site, digging the foundation, and laying the stones or concrete blocks.The fourth section covers the construction of the walls, including detailed instructions on notching the logs, fitting them together, and chinking the gaps. The fifth section covers the construction of the roof, including advice on selecting the right roofing materials, building the rafters, and installing the shingles. Throughout the book, the author provides illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand the construction process. He also includes anecdotes and stories about log cabin builders and their experiences in the wilderness. Overall, Wilderness Homes: A Book of the Log Cabin is a comprehensive guide to building log cabins, written by an expert in the field. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in building a log cabin or learning about the history and culture of log cabins in America.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.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781165148769
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Sideantal:
  • 220
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. september 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x12 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 299 g.
  • 2-3 uger.
  • 20. november 2024
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Wilderness Homes: A Book of the Log Cabin is a book written by Oliver Kemp and published in 1908. The book is a comprehensive guide to building log cabins, including detailed instructions on selecting and preparing logs, laying the foundation, building walls, and constructing roofs. The author also provides advice on selecting the right tools, materials, and techniques for building a log cabin in the wilderness. The book is divided into several sections, each covering a different aspect of log cabin construction. The first section covers the history of log cabins and their place in American culture. The second section provides detailed instructions on selecting and preparing logs, including tips on cutting, peeling, and seasoning the wood. The third section covers the construction of the foundation, including advice on selecting the right site, digging the foundation, and laying the stones or concrete blocks.The fourth section covers the construction of the walls, including detailed instructions on notching the logs, fitting them together, and chinking the gaps. The fifth section covers the construction of the roof, including advice on selecting the right roofing materials, building the rafters, and installing the shingles. Throughout the book, the author provides illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand the construction process. He also includes anecdotes and stories about log cabin builders and their experiences in the wilderness. Overall, Wilderness Homes: A Book of the Log Cabin is a comprehensive guide to building log cabins, written by an expert in the field. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in building a log cabin or learning about the history and culture of log cabins in America.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.

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