A Manual Of The Principles And Practice Of Road-Making - W M Gillespie - Bog

A Manual Of The Principles And Practice Of Road-Making: Comprising The Location, Construction And Improvement Of Roads And Railroads (1850) is a comprehensive guidebook written by W. M. Gillespie. The book provides detailed information on the various principles and practices involved in road-making, including the location, construction, and improvement of both roads and railroads. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a specific aspect of road-making. The first chapter provides an overview of the general principles and objectives of road-making, while the second chapter focuses on the location of roads and railroads. The third chapter covers the construction of roads and railroads, including the materials and techniques used in the process. The fourth chapter of the book is dedicated to the improvement of roads and railroads, including the maintenance and repair of existing infrastructure. The final chapter of the book provides a detailed discussion of the economic and social benefits of road-making, including the impact on trade, transportation, and agriculture. Overall, A Manual Of The Principles And Practice Of Road-Making: Comprising The Location, Construction And Improvement Of Roads And Railroads (1850) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and development of road-making, as well as for engineers and other professionals involved in the construction and maintenance of roads and railroads.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.