Earth Construction: A Comprehensive Guide by Hugo Houben and Hubert Guillaud Condition: Pre-owned, in fair condition. There are some small marks on the cover of the book and a small tear at the top of the spine, however all pages are present and firmly attached to the spine. There are no notations throughout. A comprehensive and illustrated handbook which will be essential reading for anyone involved in construction. Earth is extremely versatile and cheap but users must have a proper knowledge of its real potential in order to use it to its best effect. There are virtually no limitations on the use of the material, if users are aware of how to profit from the wide range of its qualities and ameliorate its defects. This book is intended to serve as a practical manual and teaching handbook. It is aimed as all persons involved in earth construction projects: decision makers and planners, building inspectors, architects and engineers, technicians of all levels, building promoters, brick