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The Houses We Live In
Hardcover
ISBN13: 9781025721330
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 220
Weight: 1.07
Height: 0.56 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Houses We Live In offers a captivating exploration of human architecture and the fundamental need for shelter. Penned by the celebrated travel authors Frank and Frances Carpenter, this educational work examines the diverse types of dwellings found across the globe, providing insight into how environment, culture, and materials shape the places where people reside. The text guides readers through the various components of home building, from the raw materials like timber, stone, and clay to the skilled labor required to transform these elements into functional structures.
The narrative explores the historical progression of housing, contrasting simple shelters with complex modern residences. By examining the domestic lives of people in different corners of the world, the authors foster an appreciation for the ingenuity of human construction and the cultural traditions reflected in architectural design. The Houses We Live In serves as an informative study of human geography and social science, emphasizing the house not just as a physical object, but as a central pillar of family life and community. Its blend of technical detail and cultural observation makes it a significant contribution to early twentieth-century educational literature regarding the built environment.
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