stone for building 1st edition

Book Details

• Publisher: Heinemann
• Author: Hugh O’Neill
• Language: English
• Published Year: 1965
• ISBN: Not Provided
• Pages: 198
• Dimensions: 22 x 14 cm
• Condition: Used – Good (Without jacket; book is in good condition)
• Availability: In Stock

About the Book

Stone for Building by Hugh O’Neill is a richly illustrated guide to the properties, selection, and historical use of stone in construction. The book examines different types of building stone, their characteristics, and suitability for various architectural applications. It also explores traditional quarrying methods, finishing techniques, and the role of stone in historic and modern buildings.

Combining practical information with historical context, this volume is valuable for architects, builders, conservationists, and students of architectural history. The illustrations and descriptive commentary provide a clear understanding of stone as one of the most important materials in construction.