Judgment in Geotechnical Engineering: The Professional Legacy of Ralph B. Peck

This edited book of 30 papers and reports by Ralph Peck collects the most important writings of this major figure in geotechnical engineering, and serves as an outstanding case history of good judgment in engineering practice. Includes new introductions to each paper written by Peck himself explaining the paper's background and impetus and conveying his present views. An outstanding reference, the book also has supplementary text use in ethics courses.