building based on regional forms and materials. The lack of information covering the social and community history, building placement, along with the unique building styles (with stone and brick) formed by the adapting peoples of the Island leaves a lot out of this book. Instead, Smith focuses intensely on the inhabitants of the homes throughout time, and the strong foreign influence from Scotland, England, Ireland, and New England.The glossary, which Smith provides, was very effective as it made his work easy to understand while increasing the readers knowledge of architectural terms. However, this publication could be interpreted as more of a tourism guide to historical houses in Prince Edward Island to those with no past experience in architectural significance.I certainly believe this book has opened my eyes to the field of architectural importance. Never before have I really looked at a structure and thought, "I wonder who designed, built, and resided in this building?" the way I did the days during my readings and following the completion of this book. Buildings say a lot about a communities' history and heritage, the history and heritage in which our family and friends lives have evolved around, and yet, we all seem to take for granted that these buildings are nothing more than material objects that will be around forever.BibliographySmith, H.W. Scott. Historical Houses of Prince Edward Island. Erin: Boston Mills Press, 1990....
