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This book was first published in 1987 and since then has been in hot demand. 
The strength of the book is its detailed diagrams and photographs... Earth 
and straw is not for everyone. If stone and timber are your bag you won't be 
disappointed... I'm glad it's back after too long out of print. This book 
truly is a... reference must-have for a whole range of specific building 
tasks.'

   The second review is by Dr Murray Hollis, who has recently published an 
excellent book on straw bale building.

   He writes, 'The Earth Garden Building Book provides almost encyclopaedic 
detail for the owner-builder who wants to use any of a variety of 
techniques. It is particularly strong in the areas of mud brick and rammed 
earth construction, which is not surprising considering Bob Rich refers to 
himself as a "mudsmith". It is well written, easy reading, at times 
entertaining, sufficiently technical and the text is very well supported by 
excellent diagrams and photos... the real strength of the book is in the 
tricks of the trade, such as the essential elements of practical job layout 
and woodworking skills... Every owner-builder, even those with substantial 
experience, should get more than enough hints from this book to pay for it 
many times over in mistakes avoided, effective and efficient methods, etc. 
Whether you are building a house or pursuing a very small construction 
project, you should find it useful to consult this book. For tradespeople, 
the details of methods outside their specialty are likely to be of value.'

   Even if you're not thinking of building a house, you do live in one, 
right? Repairs and maintenance require the same skills.
   :)
   Bob
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