Making a Tennis Court by George E. Walsh
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About this eBook
| Author | Walsh, George E. |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 12009704 |
| Title | Making a Tennis Court |
| Series Title | House and Garden Making Books |
| Note | Reading ease score: 65.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Making a Tennis Court" by George E. Walsh is a practical guidebook written in the early 20th century, specifically in 1912. The book serves as a comprehensive manual for homeowners and amateur gardeners interested in creating their own tennis courts, detailing both the aesthetic and functional aspects of court design and construction. It emphasizes the importance of proper location, material selection, and maintenance while highlighting the tennis court's role as a social feature of country homes. In this book, Walsh outlines the essential elements for successfully building a tennis court, beginning with the optimal location and types of courts, such as dirt and grass. He provides detailed instructions on construction techniques, including site layout, drainage solutions, and surface preparation, ensuring that the courts are both practical and visually appealing. Additionally, he discusses the necessary equipment like backstops and nets, as well as the ongoing care required to maintain the courts in good condition. With a focus on creating a harmonious blend between functionality and landscape aesthetics, "Making a Tennis Court" serves as an invaluable resource for anyone eager to incorporate this popular outdoor game into their home environment. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | GV: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Recreation, Leisure |
| Subject | Tennis courts |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 43516 |
| Release Date | Aug 20, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 72 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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