The Victorian House Explained: Britain's Architectural History

I cannot recommend this book series highly enough! Each volume contains a treasure trove of usefula and fascinating information about each type of architecture, and what's more, is fully illustated - not just a windbag of text. No, these books are fun! There are a wealth of diagrams, fully labelled, plus lots of photos to explain all those large and small features of a period house, much of which I hadn't noticed and very much wish I had. These books are an excellent first choice for any student of historical architecture, house renovators, and dolls house modellers, especially the latter.

Really enjoyed reading through this book and thought the illustrations were great. It will be a useful reference as I restore and renovate my house

Nice collection of info in one place. However if you have a keen interest in the subject there's unlikely to be anything radically new here. I'm still glad I bought it though. It's a nice book, smart snd well-written, and handy to have for reference.

Great book for University studentsExcellent for Victorian StudiesGreat Value

Really great book and keeps you interested as well . Great guide for anyone starting out on the victorian house. Simple enough for the average non builder to engage you aboutvthe structure etc of the house whilst keeping you going back for more... woukd recommend the book just wouldnt recommend buying a victorian house unless you have the heart of a lion ha ha ha.

This book fits nicely into a bag or with your notes and easy to hold while you are looking around a building. Little line images are ideal. The text is not overloaded but still has sufficient information. I am much more somebody who looks at books arather than read them so the balance for me is fine - I now look out for the relevant books by Trevor Yorke. won't break the bank and serves it's purpose.

For anyone who wants a compendium of the architecture, terminology and living styles of the Victorian period, this book is an invaluable guide. It is very helpful if one, like me, is trying to explain to others or understand better, in informed detail, especially builders and surveyors, about things you want done or need to know about. I would recommend this book to anyone. Great value.

Everything is fine. I highly recommend!