The Walls Around Us: The Thinking Person's Guide to how a House WorksA wittily contemplative, consummately practical guide to home maintenance and repair that is infused with humor, historical perspective, and genuinely useful information. 35 line drawings throughout. |
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Home Improvement for Its Own Sake | 3 |
The Best Paint in the World | 18 |
Fear of Lumber | 48 |
Copyright | |
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