The Subways And Tunnels Of New York: Methods And Cost (1912)

The Subways and Tunnels of New York: Methods and Cost is a comprehensive book written by Gilbert Haskell Gilbert in 1912. The book provides a detailed description of the various methods used in the construction of the subway and tunnel systems in New York City during the early 1900s.The author begins by discussing the history of the subway system in New York City and how it came to be. He then goes on to describe the different types of tunnels that were constructed, including cut-and-cover, shield-driven, and pneumatic tunnels.The book also provides information on the equipment and materials used in the construction process, as well as the labor force required to complete the projects. The author includes detailed cost estimates for each of the projects, providing an insight into the economic factors that influenced the construction of the subway and tunnel systems.Overall, The Subways and Tunnels of New York: Methods and Cost is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of New York City's transportation infrastructure, as well as those interested in the engineering and construction of large-scale projects.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.