9781334280375 - Report on the Subject of Introducing Pure Water: Into the City of Boston (Classic Reprint) di Baldwin, Loammi (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 presents the history of urban water provision, an essential service that has occupied the minds of engineers and city planners for centuries. The author provides a comprehensive overview of the various methods used to supply cities with water, exploring ancient aqueducts, medieval wells, and modern pumping systems. The book also examines the challenges and innovations involved in providing clean and safe water to growing urban populations, making it an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of public health and infrastructure. The author draws on case studies from around the world, demonstrating how different cultures have approached the problem of urban water supply, and showcasing the ingenuity and dedication of engineers throughout history. 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.