Engineering in history
1956, First Edition. New York : McGraw-Hill. Very good library copy in the original gilt-blocked cloth boards, slightly dust-toned, and with panel edges and endbands showing minor wear. Some library marks remain; light foxing to edges and prelims. Remains well-preserved overall; internally strong and clean. Item #477494
Series; Dover books on engineering. Physical description; 530 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm. Notes; Includes bibliographical references. Contents; Origins – Urban society – Greek engineering – Imperial civilization – The revolution in power – Foundations for industry – The industrial revolution – Roads, canals, bridges – Steam vessels and locomotives – Iron and steel – Electrical engineering – Modern transportation – Sanitary and hydraulic engineering – Construction – Reflections. Subjects; Engineering – History. Technology – History.
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