I wasn't expecting a be-all and end-all book when I ordered this item; however, I was beyond impressed with all of the thorough information packed into this paperback book. The authors Kaki Hunter and Donald Kiffmeyer wrote this with the beginner in mind as well as those totally unfamiliar with construction basics. Though this book has pretty much everything you need (resources info too!), you can never get enough information on this wonderful type of earth-friendly construction!