Fences, Gates, and Bridges: And How to Build Them

by George A. Martin, Denis Boyles (Foreword)

Written in 1900, this is a practical classic of American ingenuity.

Genres: Reference

192 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1892

Reviews

[Bernie May · Rating 4 out of 5]

Many good ideas and options. amazingly fence-building technology hasn't changed that much in the last 100 years, especial if you plan to do it yourself

[Wade Taylor · Rating 3 out of 5]

Solid 3 for the illustrations alone

[Tim Gannon · Rating 3 out of 5]

Originally written in 1900 - multiple editions since. The variety/ingenuity of different fences/gates for different purposes was examined. It gave a wealth of examples. The weak side was the very poor graphics. Made it difficult to understand how some of them were put together. Still a nice addition for those who will want to make fences to keep deer and rabbits out of their gardens. Or, just to prepare for armageddon.

[Sarah · Rating 1 out of 5]

very outdated but funny to read. not very practical.

[Darcy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful reprint of a charming 1900 manual!

[Alan Hughes · Rating 3 out of 5]

A useful book with advice that is a helpful today as it was then.

[Mark]

If I were "going back to the land" or running a small farm or ... then I would want this book. No need for it otherwise (for me).