Rockitecture

This is a book that's long overdue, and Barry Schweiger is the only person who could have written it. Rockitecture is an eloquent love letter to the stone structures of Schweiger's youth combined with the kind of insightful perspective one can only get from a renowned architect-all infused with a sense of mystery. Like a good detective novel, Schweiger takes us on a journey to unravel the surprisingly enigmatic provenance of SoCal's stone architecture. A must-read for curious minds. - Paul Haddad, Author, Freewaytopia: How Freeways Shaped Los Angeles Rockitecture gives an excellent history of Southern California's unique river rock structures, from train depots to beautiful homes. Rockitecture is a fascinating read filled with important historic images. - Jill Thrasher, Library Director, Sherman Library and Gardens Schweiger takes readers on an historical treasure hunt from the urban highways of Southern California to the backroads of Napa Valley to discover California's early 20th century river rock homes. From architecture afficionados to California history buffs, readers will be swept away to a time of oranges, oil, and movies in this meticulous and fascinating recounting of the birth of modern California and the creation of these rare and often overlooked masterpieces. - Amy Francis-Dechary, President, Third Street Writers Architect Barry Schweiger introduces readers to his first love and passion, the holistic design and building of rock structures. In this handsome photo survey, Rockitecture, Schweiger illustrates the connection of rock buildings to nature and our collective past. - Noel Anenberg, Wall Street Journal Contributor, Author of The Dog Boy and The Karma Kaper