ISBN: 9780282894696 - photo-topographic methods and instruments: topography (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book is an archive of 19th-century topographic techniques, acquired through meticulous research by the author and presented in a structured yet accessible format. Here, the reader will encounter the foundational principles of photographing the natural world for the purposes of creating detailed maps. It explores the inception and development of photogrametic methods initially designed for military mapping and eventually refined for geological and architectural applications. Throughout the book, the reader will find detailed descriptions and illustrations of the wide range of techniques employed at the time, accompanied by their historical context, evolution, and successful applications. The sheer depth of collected knowledge and methodical presentation make this book an invaluable resource for anyone passionate about the history and evolution of topography. Through this deep dive into the subject, the reader will come to appreciate the remarkable ingenuity that went into the genesis of techniques which laid the foundation for present-day mapping and surveying applications. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…