Contains lists of bibliographic references for earthen architecture preservation literature, principally in German, English, Spanish, French and Italian.
An introductory survey of the insects and micro-organisms responsible for the deterioration of library materials, illustrated with drawings and photographs of pests and pest-damaged materials, as an aid to identification, discussion of the role of light, temperature and humidity in biological control.
Reports on the problem of biodeterioration of works of art. This didactic text is intended for conservators without specialization in biology and for biologist lacking experience in conservation.
Sixty-seven communications presented to the international technical conference held in Athens (Greece), 31 October to 3 November 1989, deal with the various problems of masonry building consolidation and repair.