Shelters, Shacks and Shanties by Daniel Carter Beard

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Author Beard, Daniel Carter, 1850-1941
LoC No. 14015383
Title Shelters, Shacks and Shanties
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Summary "Shelters, Shacks and Shanties" by Daniel Carter Beard is a practical guide on constructing various types of outdoor shelters, written in the early 20th century. The work provides detailed instructions and illustrations for boys and outdoor enthusiasts on how to build basic and more complex structures such as shacks and cabins using natural materials. It serves to inspire creativity and resourcefulness in the outdoors, emphasizing skills beneficial for camping and outdoor living. The opening of the book introduces the author’s intent to cater to readers of all ages, particularly young boys interested in camping. Beard discusses the concept of building shelters using simple tools, categorizing them into "Tomahawk Camps" and "Axe Camps." He elaborates on the historical significance of camping, tracing it from prehistoric times to modern-day practices, and highlights the enjoyment derived from campfires, suggesting that knowledge of building primitive shelters can be both practical and enjoyable. The opening section sets the stage for the subsequent chapters, which will detail specific designs and instructions for creating various types of shelters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class TH: Technology: Building construction
Subject Huts -- Design and construction
Subject Log cabins -- Design and construction
Subject Sheds -- Design and construction
Subject Wilderness survival
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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