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Clay Brick Making - cover

Clay Brick Making

Everett Sinclair

Übersetzer A AI

Verlag: Publifye

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Clay Brick Making explores the profound link between hand-crafted bricks and society, examining traditional brickmaking as a cultural practice shaping family structures and architectural landscapes. This book delves into how this foundational element of human civilization impacts skill transmission, labor dynamics, and community bonds. Traditional brickmaking, often overlooked, represents a sophisticated vernacular technology supporting family units and offering insights into sustainable development.

 
The book progresses logically, beginning with the history and cultural significance of clay brick production. It then analyzes the family as a unit of production, investigates specific regional techniques, and focuses on the socio-economic impact on family livelihoods.

 
Supported by ethnographic studies and interviews, the book offers a unique interdisciplinary approach, combining anthropology, architecture, and economics to provide a holistic understanding beyond mere technical manuals.
Verfügbar seit: 27.02.2025.
Drucklänge: 73 Seiten.

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