The Ultimate Book of Historic Barns: History, Legend, Lore, Form, Function, Symbolism, Romance

by Robin Langley Sommer

The contemporary reawakening of interest in the historic folk buildings of North America has made us see old barns with new eyes, even as many of these simple, dignified structures vanish from the landscape. With spectacular full-color photographs, The Ultimate Book of Historic Barns is a fascinating pictorial essay into the history, geography, symbolism, ethnic roots, design and technology, and lore and legend of these vernacular buildings - - the focal point of the family farm when agriculture was a way of life for most people.

Genres: Architecture

256 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2000

Reviews

[Ron]

Who doesn't love Barns? A great photo book covering the origins of barns a well as the various styles and locations of them. It is worth reading just for the "Glossary".
History, Legends, Lore, Form & Function.... and Romance !!

[PottWab Regional Library]

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[Clayton Bye]

I love old buildings, and having spent much of my adult life traveling, I've had the opportunity to see a lot of old barns. When I stumbled on this gem, it was the photographs that caught my attention. But there's a lot more to the book than pictures. It has provided me with hours of enjoyment.