Thatch Thatching in England 1790-1940

A research project launched by English Heritage in 1993 aiming to establish the history of thatch and thatching in England and present ideas for ensuring the future preservation of the industry, trade and craft. Here, Moir and Letts outline the history of the demand and decline of thatching from the late 18th to mid-20th century as well as discuss the materials traditionally used, the supply of raw materials and techniques used. Drawing on archaeological and literary sources, this volume reveals the complex history of thatching in recent times. The companion volume, Thatch: Thatching in England 1940-1990 is also available.Moir, James is the author of 'Thatch Thatching in England 1790-1940', published 1999 under ISBN 9781873936955 and ISBN 1873936958.