A sweeping overview of traditional stone architecture that graces the landscapes of many nations. Over 350 vivid color photos show buildings ranging from simple stone homes and practical farm buildings to imposing town halls and vaulting cathedrals. The extensive text explains the history, styles, and techniques of the stone cutters' and masons' arts. Also included is a practical, instructional handbook; it teaches the crafts of masonry and stone cutting as they have been practiced across the centuries. This book will be a treasure for the builder, art historian, and everyone with a passion for stone structures.

David Campbell is the president of Jupia Consultants Inc., an economic development consulting firm based in New Brunswick. He has more than 30 years' experience working with industry, not-for-profit organizations, and governments across Canada on economic development strategic planning, economic impact analysis, workforce development, and sector development. He was previously Chief Economist with the government of New Brunswick. In that role, he led the development of economic policy and economic development strategy for the provincial government. David is a writer, a podcaster, and a columnist with Postmedia.

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