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Wood and Wood Joints: Building Traditions of Europe and Japan [Hardcover]

Klaus Zwerger (Author), G.H. Söffker (Translator), P. Thrift (Translator)


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March 1, 1997
Building with wood as an ecologically viable material is a tradition with a long history in both Eastern and Western culture. The beauty of timber structures and their detailing is captured here in superb photographs and 3-dimensional drawings reveal the secret life hidden within the wood joints. This publication is a mine of information for specialists and will open up an almost forgotten world to the craftsmen of today. Chapter headings: The Material, Working with Wood, Types and Functions of Wood Joints, Wood Joints and Their Evolution, Wood Joints as an Expression of Aesthetic Values.


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"Here is a man who has trekked through the wild Carpathian forests, the Norwegian outback, the Russian steppes and obscure regions of Japan in pursuit of the wood joint. He tells the story with a sense of unfolding discovery; for anyone interested in how buildings work this book is a joy to read." -- Architect's Journal --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Language Notes

Text: English (translation)
Original Language: German

Product Details

  • Hardcover: 278 pages
  • Publisher: Birkhäuser Basel; 1 edition (March 1, 1997)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 3764354836
  • ISBN-13: 978-3764354831
  • Product Dimensions: 12 x 9.2 x 1.1 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 3.4 pounds
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,198,876 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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