Master practical math with time-tested log and square tables for engineers, architects, and builders.
This edition offers parallel tables of logarithms and squares for feet, inches, and fractions, along with clear explanations and practical examples to speed everyday calculations.
The book presents formulas, step-by-step examples, and notes that help you perform common tasks without guesswork. It combines careful tables with guidance on how to read and apply logarithms, including how to handle numbers below 1 and how to balance errors using cross-checks. Whether you’re sizing materials, checking areas, or working with bevels and angles, you’ll find a reliable reference you can trust for real-world use.
- Accessible, hands-on reference for logarithms and squares in engineering and architecture work
- Clear rules for adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing logs with practical examples
- Worked problems in circles, triangles, areas, bevels, and parallel lines
- Notes and explanations that help you apply the tables confidently on the job
Ideal for students and professionals who want a dependable tool for fast, repeatable calculations in the field or workshop.