The former American History editor explores the creation and restoration of an essential part of a twentieth-century home’s identity—the American porch. “

The former American History editor explores the creation and restoration of an essential part of a twentieth-century home’s identity—the American porch. “

A complete architectural guide to this well-loved building feature

"Reading this book revives the spirit of civic action today for those who are unjustifiably forlorn about overcoming injustice."—Ralph Nader An on-the-ground