A Treatise On Forming, Improving, And Managing Country Residences V1 (1806) : Kessinger Publishing : 9781436756327 : 1436756324 : 29 Jun 2008 : A Treatise On Forming, Improving, And Managing Country Residences V1 (1806) is a comprehensive guidebook written by John Claudius Loudon. The book focuses on the design, construction, and management of country residences, including the layout of the grounds, the selection of plants and trees, and the construction of buildings and other structures. The book is divided into several sections, each of which provides detailed information on a specific aspect of country residence management. The first section covers the design and layout of the grounds, including the selection of trees, shrubs, and other plants. The second section focuses on the construction of buildings, including the design and construction of the main house, as well as outbuildings such as stables, barns, and carriage houses. The third section covers the management of the estate,