First published in 1887, <em>Fences, Gates, and Bridges</em> is an instructional guide to thebest ways to build a variety of fences, gates, hedges, bridges, and culverts. Thesection on fences boasts a wealth of information on building various types offences, including rail, composite, garden, board, and picket. It also explores howto construct an effective barbed wire fence, how to use a stone wall to reinforce awooden fence, and highlights the pros of building portable fences. <em>Fences, Gates,and Bridges</em> is a classic manual for anyone who wants to build their own structuresfor their farm, large property, or quaint backyard.