first series railway practice di samuel charles (13 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.

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

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

Condizione: New. pp. 761.

Condizione: New. pp. 761.

Condizione: New. pp. 761.

Hardcover. Condizione: Near fine. First published in London by John Williams, Library of Science and Art, in 1837. xxxii, 108 p. + plates. 29 cm. 65 + 12 b&w plates at rear, many of which fold out.Blue cloth with brown and gold plate. A collection of working plans and practical details of construction in the public works of the most celebrated engineers, comprising tunnels and tunnel fronts - turnpike road bridges - occupation bridges in embankments and in cuttings - ornamental bridges, with various designs for iron rails and framing - viaducts of several descriptions - retaining walls - culverts - sidings - cuttings and embankments - permanent ways - chairs, blocks, &c. - cuttings in rock, and undersetting - aqueducts - turn-tables - cranes, and railway depots, with sheds, &c. on the several railways, canals, and other public works throughout the kingdom; as the London and Birmingham - Great Western - Greenwich - Midland Counties - North Union - Leeds and Selby - Grand Junction - Slamannan, and Wishaw and Coltness Railways; and the Elegant Aqueduct of the Lancaster Canal, over the River Lune.

Condizione: Gut. Zustand: Gut | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher.

Condizione: Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher.

Condizione: Hervorragend. Zustand: Hervorragend | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book, published in 1847, offers a comprehensive look at the construction and engineering practices behind the rapidly expanding railway network of the time. The author, a prominent engineer, provides a detailed and practical guide, drawing on his extensive experience in building railways across a variety of terrains. The book delves into the intricacies of construction, covering topics like excavations, embankments, tunnels, bridges, and the laying of the permanent way. The text is accompanied by detailed drawings and plans, offering a visual representation of the engineering marvels that were transforming the landscape. The book provides a fascinating glimpse into the early stages of railway development, highlighting the challenges and innovations faced by engineers in this groundbreaking era. The author's meticulous attention to detail and clear explanations make this book an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of infrastructure development and the transformative impact of railways on society. The book's insights into the complexities of railway construction provide a vital understanding of the engineering feats that underpinned the railway age. 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.

LeatherBound. Condizione: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1847 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. Pages: 770 As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 770 Volume Series 1-4 Language: English.