From the soaring columns of the U.S. Capitol to the rugged facades of small-town courthouses, American stone has shaped the country’s most iconic buildings. Stones That Built a Nation is a deep dive into the history, geology, labor, and craftsmanship behind the marble, granite, limestone, and slate that built America—literally.

Written by Frederick M. Hueston, a leading expert in stone forensics with over 40 years of hands-on experience, this book uncovers the stories behind the quarries, the immigrant laborers who carved their legacy in stone, and the monumental architecture that stands today as a testament to their work. It spans centuries of innovation, struggle, and pride in an industry that's often overlooked but always underfoot.

This comprehensive volume includes:

• A regional breakdown of key American quarries and their unique stones

• Profiles of historic and iconic buildings—and whether they still stand today

• Tools and techniques from early hand chisels to modern saws

• A full glossary, stone ID charts, timelines, and more

Stones That Built a Nation is a must-read for historians, architects, stone professionals, preservationists, and anyone curious about the materials that helped build the American landscape. To Order Click------>HERE