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title: "The Permaculture Earthworks Handbook: How to Design and Build Swales, Dams, Ponds, and other Water Harvesting Systems"
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# The Permaculture Earthworks Handbook: How to Design and Build Swales, Dams, Ponds, and other Water Harvesting Systems

**Brand:** douglas barnes
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- **What is this?** The Permaculture Earthworks Handbook: How to Design and Build Swales, Dams, Ponds, and other Water Harvesting Systems by douglas barnes
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The Permaculture Earthworks Handbook: How to Design and Build Swales, Dams, Ponds, and other Water Harvesting Systems

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ One of the best books on the subject
*by S***R on June 20, 2018*

I own a few acres of land that receives copious amounts of rains. Yet, in the summers, ground water runs dry in spite of the fact that the place sits close to a lake. I was tempted to start building earthworks to capture rainwater, but I thought that I would educate myself about the subject before trying anything.I was hesitant to buy this book after reading one of the reviews, but I am so glad that I did. I first read the kindle version and I just ordered the paperback version as the book contains some excellent illustrations.When I started reading the book I noticed that the first couple of chapters gave some general background and history that I thought I would skip. However, when I started reading those I realized how important those chapters were in setting the context. The author then went on to cover the fundamentals of water movement and hydrology. In my opinion these are really important to understand before starting to design swales or other earthworks. The subsequent chapters then become more specific on design, planning and execution. I found myself re-reading some of the chapters to make sure that I had not missed anything important. If you are going to build swales, ponds, dams or other earthworks or hire someone who will build those for you, the knowledge contained in this book is essential to know. Short of attending a permaculture earthworks workshop, this is the best knowledge you will get sitting on your couch!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Permaculturist Must Have
*by S***G on December 21, 2019*

This is a great source of deep education about water hydrology, capture, swale development and all things earthworks, written in a way a lay person can grasp and implement. I had been seeking this information for sometime, and the book exceeded my hopes. It really is the blueprint for our land development. I highly recommend it. Kudos to the author.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent info...but all black and white.
*by Y***E on October 29, 2022*

Love the cover. It's very technical, well written, and organized. I don't expect to become an expert, but I feel better informed and gives me a more realistic view about what is possible in my backyard. I just wish it was in color. I love beautiful illustrations. I give you 4.5 points and will still keep the book.

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