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Life in the central Asian yurt and how to build your own.
The Book is divided into two parts: Part one deals with the history of the yurt, how it works and the principles behind its construction. We also take a look at life today in the Mongolian ger and the culture and etiquette of ger living.
The Book is divided into two parts: Part one deals with the history of the yurt, how it works and the principles behind its construction. We also take a look at life today in the Mongolian ger and the culture and etiquette of ger living.
Part two gives full detailed instructions on how to make several types of yurt.
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29 of 29 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
If you want a book that gives a good overview and some constructional details then this is the book for you.
I was initially concerned that the book would only cover Mongolian Yurts, but was pleased to find that it also covers "bentwood" yurts from Turkestan (the Central Asian states that were once part of the USSR). As someone who has lived in and travelled extensively around Central Asia, I didn't find anything I disagreed with in the text. The plans are portrayed as easy which may be a bit optimistic for a beginner, and certainly some woodworking experience is necessary to construct the circular supports at the top of the Yurt.
Overall I would say that this is the best book on yurts that I have seen - but then how many are there to choose from!
13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I bought 2 books on yurts to cover all bases and this one is by far the most useful. It contains everything you'd need to know about yurts, yurt culture, history, structure, everything. It even has plans and drawings to guide the potential yurt maker through his first build.
Great little book that takes more than one read to totally take in.
Great little book that takes more than one read to totally take in.
20 of 21 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Paul king's research, enthusiasm and extensive travelling in Mongolia has enabled him to write an authoritative book which covers the history and sociology of the Yurt. In addition, he gives clear and detailed instructions on how to buid your own yurt. A must for any yurt enthusiast and for anybody wanting information about this subject.
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