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| Foreword | xi | |
| Acknowledgments | xv | |
| Introduction | xix | |
| 1. | Myth and Paradox: Historical Contexts and Misconceptions That Influence Stone Wall Builders Today | 1 |
| 2. | Getting Started: Preparing the Site, Acquiring Material, and Laying Out the Wall | 21 |
| 3. | Placement: Fitting Stones Together | 39 |
| 4. | Faces: Stones That Show, and the Creation of Surfaces | 57 |
| 5. | Special Structures: Variations on a Theme | 71 |
| 6. | Rhythm and Temperament: Ways of Managing the Work | 109 |
| 7. | Notes on Design: Thinking about Walls in the Landscape | 121 |
| 8. | Repair and Restoration: Techniques of Imitation and the Idea of Renewal | 141 |
| 9. | Why Stone Walls Are Beautiful | 163 |
| Our Glossary: Common and Uncommon Terms | 179 | |
| Bibliography | 187 | |
| Index | 193 |
| Price | Condition | Delivery | Seller | Action |
| $99.99 | Digital |
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David Hachadorian
reviewed The Granite Kiss: Traditions and Techniques of Building New England Stone Walls on April 09, 2016 The Granite Kiss: Traditions and Techniques of Building New England Stone Walls
This book inspired me to build my own stonewalls in my gardens. I love the feel of the rocks and the smell of dirt. This book captures the pleasures of working with stone and is actually gives very helpful instruction.
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