Medieval Masons (Paperback)

This book explains in detail the practice of masoncraft in the Middle Ages, using evidence from a number of sources. Monastic chronicles, building contracts and other contemporary documents have already revealed a good deal of information on the subject, but less attention has, until now, been paid to archaeological evidence preserved in numerous surviving Medieval buildings. Dr Hislop investigates how a study of certain features in these buildings, such as the stonework and building joints, can contribute to our knowledge of working practices of masons in medieval England. By focusing on how to interpret clues in the building structure, this account provides a practical guide to pursuing the study of masonry, and helps the reader to understand and identify the medieval mason's approach to design and constructional techniques.

General

Imprint:	Shire Publications Ltd
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Series:	Shire Archaeology, No. 78
Release date:	October 2009
First published:	November 2009
Authors:	Malcolm Hislop
Dimensions:	210 x 149 x 5mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	64
ISBN-13:	978-0-7478-0461-1
Categories:	Books > Humanities > History > General Books > Humanities > Archaeology > General Books > Professional & Technical > Civil engineering, surveying & building > Building construction & materials > General Books > History > General
LSN:	0-7478-0461-3
Barcode:	9780747804611

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