California Highways - Ben Blow - Bog

""California Highways: A Descriptive Record Of Road Development By The State And By Such Counties As Have Paved Highways"" is a book written by Ben Blow in 1920. This book is a comprehensive account of the development of roadways in California, both by the state and by individual counties. It provides a detailed history of the construction of paved highways throughout the state, as well as the challenges faced by those involved in the process. The book is divided into chapters, each focusing on a specific aspect of road development in California. These chapters cover topics such as the history of road construction in the state, the impact of the automobile on road development, and the role of county governments in paving highways. Throughout the book, Blow provides detailed descriptions of the various highways and roads that were constructed, including their length, width, and surface materials. He also includes numerous photographs and maps to help readers visualize the roads and their surroundings. Overall, ""California Highways"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of transportation in California. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the challenges and triumphs of those who worked to create the extensive network of highways that we rely on today.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.