The Construction Of Roads, Paths, And Sea Defenses: With Portions Relating To Private Street Repairs, Specification Clauses, Prices For Estimating, An (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781437295917)

""The Construction Of Roads, Paths, And Sea Defenses"" is a comprehensive guidebook written by Frank Latham in 1903. The book is divided into several sections, each of which provides detailed instructions on how to construct various types of infrastructure. The first section of the book focuses on the construction of roads and paths, covering topics such as the selection of materials, the laying of foundations, and the design of surfaces. This section also includes information on the maintenance and repair of roads and paths.The second section of the book deals with the construction of sea defenses. This section covers a range of topics, including the design and construction of sea walls, breakwaters, and groynes. It also includes information on the selection of materials and the maintenance of sea defenses.The third section of the book is devoted to private street repairs. This section provides guidance on the repair and maintenance of private roads and paths, including information on the selection of materials and the design of surfaces.The fourth section of the book includes specification clauses and prices for estimating the cost of construction projects. This section provides detailed information on the various factors that must be considered when estimating the cost of a construction project, including labor, materials, and equipment.Finally, the book includes a section of engineer's replies to queries. This section provides answers to common questions that engineers may have about the construction of roads, paths, and sea defenses.Overall, ""The Construction Of Roads, Paths, And Sea Defenses"" is a valuable resource for anyone involved in the construction and maintenance of infrastructure. Its detailed instructions and comprehensive information make it an essential reference for engineers, contractors, and construction workers alike.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.

Author: Frank Latham
ISBN-10: 1437295916
ISBN-13: 9781437295917
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 11/26/2008
Pages: 228
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.68lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.48d