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The Big Book on Dry Stone Walls – unique testimonies of our cultural landscape. A feast for the eyes and a pleasure to read. Bibliophile edition with a linen cover.

“Dry Stone Walls” is the standard work featuring texts, photos, and illustrations on the construction, origin, and significance of dry stone walls. The book imparts expert knowledge about history, building culture, and ecology, as well as specialized topics such as changing landscapes, dry stone walls as habitats for flora and fauna, or wine from steep vineyards.

This book provides a comprehensive and detailed construction guide enriched with extensive technical knowledge – covering everything from statics and sizing to site organization and the right tools. “Dry Stone Walls” preserves and transfers ancient knowledge for future generations, thus making a valuable cultural contribution.