A practical and essential book for wargame fans who build their own buildings and stages.

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Miniaturas JM

The title describes the contents, with master terrainer Harwood offering advice on 10 projects, from the mosque on the cover to mud-brick buildings to grass huts. I can tell from the 321 color photos that he knows his stuff.

If you've already done basic model construction and want tips for detailing buildings, here's your book. Enjoyed it.

Russ Lockwood, by THE HISTORICAL MINIATURES GAMING SOCIETY

We are facing another very useful manual by Tony Harwood after his excellent debut with the book dedicated to the buildings and land of the Napoleonic Wars. Obviously here we are faced with buildings and land that can be used for a very large period of time, given that some buildings have remained unchanged for 3000 years . This only makes this book even more useful to the model maker and diorama maker as well as to the simple wargamer.

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On The Old Barbed Wire

The popularity of wargames has been increasing and it is a part of the total process. This book provides a beautifully illustrated guide to modelling terrain and buildings that is suitable for the most experienced and the novices. It covers the Middle East and North Africa from Ancient History to Modern History. – Highly Recommended.

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Firetrench

To my novice eyes this looks to be a rather useful guide to the topic, and it certainly has me inspired to give it a go. All I need now is an excuse to build a model hut!

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History of War

When I first saw this book, I thought "Why would this be of interest to me?" However, after reading it from cover to cover and making extensive notes, I realised that this is just the sort of book every modeller needs. It is written in plain speech, making it easy for the beginner and expert alike, starts with simple projects and gives hints on what and where to obtain materials. The author is not afraid to include items that have been " donated" from other models, which I am sure most of us do anyway.
I am really impressed with this book and would certainly recommend it to others. I would add one note of caution, the author does not include any interior detail in the models. He builds them "in block". I am happy with that, but others may feel the need to add extra detail, in which case, this book will only be a beginner's guide. Most of us though, will find it thoroughly enjoyable with plenty of "now why didn't I think of thats" and "I think I can use that". I know I definitely did!

If you get the chance, buy this book and any of it's companions, they are well worth it.

Rating; an excellent 5/5

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Army Rumour Service (ARRSE)

This is one of the books that most war-gamers who like building their own terrain from scratch should have this gem on their bookshelf.

This is one of the reasons why I like this book and Tony’s previous edition, because in this age of great MDF kits the art of scratch building terrain seems to be loosing its appeal and with it the skills required to build scenic pieces for the tabletop.

I’m tempted to have a go at building a 15mm gunboat, though I’m not sure what I’ll do with it, once I’ve built it. Yet it does look like a fun project to get my teeth into.

This book will appeal to both the beginner and the more advanced hobbyist as there’s plenty to offer both in this book.

Irregular Magazine, Spring 2020 – reviewed by Jason Hubbard

Each build is well described and every step illustrated with photos of the builds in progress. All have a listing of the resources used in each build, some excellent examples of scratch building. These are not only cheaper than buying fully finished buildings but it will give more originality to your collection and of course, the fun of making your own. Another excellent book for wargamers and modellers.

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Military Model Scene, Robin Buckland

Having ‘got into’ 28mm figure painting this book is part of a natural expansion into terrain and buildings to accommodate the eclectic troops accumulating on display and waiting for a campaign! This very useful book explains techniques to create buildings common in North Africa and the Middle East and shows how simple (sic) it is to create the necessary stock from readily available materials. Of course, the constructions are finished with exceptional painting and this book is a very welcome addition.

Michael McCarthy. Battlefield Guide

Michael McCarthy