Reviews

“A must book for covered bridge enthusiasts and historians.  No other book on covered bridges goes into such historical detail.” – Robert H. Durfee, P.E., Bridge Engineer/Covered Bridges

“These historic bridges are with us today through the efforts of a small and determined community who both recognized their significance and honored their tradition. This book honors them, too. Our judges called the work clear, comprehensive, and easy to use; the writing, clean and crisp. A deeply researched, beautifully wrought volume that opens a window on the past. A fine reference that makes also for a good read. The judges note, too, that the book aims to be a definitive resource for the histories of these particular bridges, sometimes setting previous misconceptions straight.”

“Residents share a general respect for the simple life that came long before us and a need to preserve it for current and future generations. Restoring and embracing colonial structures like covered bridges reinforces that tradition. And then there are talented folks, like Kim Varney Chandler, who go above and beyond to preserve that rich history in art or writing, like in her new book… Chandler and her peers have done wonders by helping to preserve the importance and beauty of the state’s covered bridges with this book.”

“Chandler, a resident of Hancock, home to the Hancock-Greenfield Bridge, has spent years compiling extensive information for “Covered Bridges of New Hampshire,” even traveling the state to visit and photograph them. Glorious color photographs, as well as historical photographs of the bridges, are included in her book….From the architectural design of covered bridges to who built them, paid for them, and repaired them, “Covered Bridges of New Hampshire” is a thorough and detailed history. Chandler includes illustrations to show which style of truss was used in building the individual bridges and a Things to Know section at the beginning of the book, so the reader knows what a truss is, along with other frequently used terminology. Chandler effectively illustrates the level of care involved in the preservation of the bridges.”

“While there have been many books written about New Hampshire’s covered bridges over the years, this one is by far the most comprehensive.  Kim has thoroughly researched each bridge and provided documentation to support, and sometimes correct, the stories found in other books and periodicals.” – Bill Caswell, President

“Kim has diligently combed through numerous resources to uncover as much history as possible on the covered bridges in our state.  This book will be a must-have reference guide and historical resource for everyone who appreciates covered bridges.” – Scott Wagner, Vice President

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