Ken, the U.S. is a melting pot, that is for sure. Our historic building methods alone reveals that. In my area I have a theory based on the last names of folks in this area, the Scotch/Irish, and how the area was settled starting from the early 1600's to a firm settling around the mid 1700's. I am trying to figure if there is a connection with building styles and the Scotch/Irish. I'm not sure how exactly to go about this it will take a while and a bit of poking around, mostly taking pictures and getting familiar with the local buildings.

That was the only joint of that type I found in the book. I'm not sure I made a conclusion, more like a thought in print. What is meant by "stamp collecting"? I like the book for it's simple drawings which translates into joinery options. Please elaborate with your opinion of this book. How about some suggestions on other books which could be helpfull. Thanks, Tim