Building Stones Of Ohio (1915)

""Building Stones of Ohio"" is a comprehensive guide to the geological formations and rock types found throughout the state of Ohio. Written by John Adams Bownocker and first published in 1915, the book provides detailed descriptions and illustrations of the various types of building stones available in Ohio, including sandstone, limestone, shale, and granite. Bownocker also discusses the history of quarrying and stone-cutting in Ohio, as well as the economic and architectural significance of the state's building stones. This book serves as a valuable resource for geologists, architects, historians, and anyone interested in the natural resources and cultural heritage of Ohio.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.