Bridges of the World: Their Design and Construction
by Charles S. Whitney
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Author: Charles S. WhitneyEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2003-09-08
ISBN: 0486429954
Number of pages: 368
Publisher: Dover Publications
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Book Review: A technical survey of bridge advancements and construction
Summary: 5 Stars
This reprints a 1929 classic in an unabridged presentation covering the design and construction of spans around the world, from wooden landmarks and classic restored medieval structures to covered bridges, stone structures, and modern (up to early 1900s, that is) creations. Chapters pack in many vintage black and white photos and diagrams to accompany a technical survey of bridge advancements and construction.
Summary of Bridges of the World: Their Design and Construction
This profusely illustrated work describes the fundamental principles involved in the design of bridges and presents a wealth of historical background. Spans include Lucerne's medieval Kapellbrücke; the magnificent Maximiliansbrücke in Munich; the unusual "honeycomb" bridge between Orr's Island and Bailey Island off the Maine coast; and the George Washington Bridge. 401 black-and-white illustrations.
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