This survey of small 18th century "outbuildings" through the Mid-Atlantic details the architectural styles of these outdoor privies, smokehouses, kitchens and small offices. Olmert (English literature, U. of Maryland) uses nearly 100 black-and-white photographs to describe building materials, geographical positions and interior details, and he also discusses the roles of these dwellings in 18th century art, literature and folklore. Written for archaeologists, historians, architects and general audiences, this volume also examines cultural influences such as slavery and the drudgery of domestic life during this era. Annotation ©2009 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)