Bridges in Theory, Practice, and Architecture. Vols. I& II

HANN, James

Published by John Weale (London.)

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The theory, practice, and architecture of bridges of stone, iron, timber, and wire; With examples on the principle of suspension. 10"x 6", original dark green patterned cloth, tan name-label with gilt bands and title to spine, Vol. I pp. (i-v) vi-x, 1-140, plus supplement "The Mathematical Principles of Mr. Dredge's Suspension Bridge", pp. i-lxiv, Vol II pp. [i-vii] viii-xvi, 1-248 plus Supplement incl. General Index, pp. i-ccxxiv, Both vols. illustrated by engravings and woodcuts. 1843 edition, very good, corners and edges worn. Interesting provenance: from the library of Peter F.B. Alsop (1994) and with the armorial bookplate of 19th century engineer John Neville, C.E, whose signature appears on the title page of Vol. II, and also the booklabel of J.G. James.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Bridges in Theory, Practice, and Architecture. Vols. I& II
• Publisher: John Weale (London.)