Shelter II is the second in a series of books about people building
their own homes in different parts of the world. The principles
outlined in Shelter, published almost 40 years ago, seem even more
important today: relearning the still-usable skills of the past and
doing more hand work in providing life's necessities. Shelter II
provides a basic manual of design and construction for the first time
house-builder. The book begins with simple shelters still being built
and lived in by people with minimal resources. They can be viewed for
historical or anthropological interest, or as sensible, instructive
examples of efficient construction by those who lack the choices
available in industrialized societies. There are also personal accounts
and seasoned advice from builders in different climates, with a variety
of design approaches, construction techniques, and building materials. A
home is still a place for working, resting, sharing, healing, dreaming .
. . some things haven't changed that much.