Traditional Buildings of Britain

An Introduction to Vernacular Architecture

Brunskill R. W.

The third edition contains a completely new and exciting chapter on the Vernacular Revival, which carries the story forward from the nineteenth to the late twentieth century, and is illustrated with Dr Brunskill's fine drawings, a feature of the book since the original publication. In addition, the Bibliography has been brought up to date, the Preface has been revised and a number of photographs have been replaced.

About the Author

R.W. Brunskill was formerly Professor at De Montfort University, Leicester, and before that Reader in Architecture at the University of Manchester. He has been deeply involved in the study of vernacular architecture for many years, and he is the author of a number of books on vernacular architecture and the historic use of building materials.

Reviews

"Ron Brunskill is the recognised authority on the history of vernacular building in Britain" – Building Conservation Journal

"Obligatory reading for architectural enthusiasts" – British Heritage

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