The Timber Framing Book

This is a thorough and profusely illustrated guide to building a timber-frame house. Grounded in ancient tradition, timber-frame construction is admirably suited to fulfill today’s need for durable, energy-efficient housing and other building needs. First published in 1977, this book is now in its ninth printing and is established as a classic in the field. This is a thorough and profusely illustrated guide to building a timber-frame house. Grounded in ancient tradition, timber-frame construction is admirably suited to fulfill today's need for durable, energy-efficient housing and other building needs. First published in 1977. {amazon} 169 pages including appendix, how to build a timber frame house including how to make calculations, laying out and cutting joints and braces, rafters, making connections, building a 12' x 16' shed, lots of bw illustrations showing details