Bricks

A comprehensive exploration of the history and significance of bricks, from ancient sun-dried mud bricks found in Jericho—likely the oldest town in the world—to modern brickmaking techniques. The study traces the evolution of brick manufacturing in Europe and America, with a focus on Britain up to the 1970s, highlighting unique properties such as those of the fletton brick. It examines the equipment, techniques, and labor involved in brick production, as well as their applications in diverse structures like garden walls, sewers, canals, railways, roads, and notable buildings such as Hampton Court and Regent’s Park terraces. The research provides a detailed account of brickmaking's cultural, architectural, engineering, and chemical significance.

Woodforde, J. (2024). Bricks. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781003471158