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Inutile things. It is plain that there has come into modern mechanics a new method, its scope as remarkable as its speed of operation, which surpasses such feats as even a dreamer could lay to the credit of the blacksmith of the gods on Olympus. Vulcan has the solace of much good company, for the San Francisco achievement crowds back into his class the engineers of Babel, the pyramid builders, and a long line of wonder-workers in construction, each great enough in his own day.
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Inutile things. It is plain that there has come into modern mechanics a new method, its scope as remarkable as its speed of operation, which surpasses such feats as even a dreamer could lay to the credit of the blacksmith of the gods on Olympus. Vulcan has the solace of much good company, for the San Francisco achievement crowds back into his class the engineers of Babel, the pyramid builders, and a long line of wonder-workers in construction, each great enough in his own day.
About the Publisher
Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com
This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
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The physical restoration of San Francisco offers twofold difficulties to one who attempts to write of it comprehensively. The feat is so recent that it lacks definite perspective; and in its industrial, commercial and spiritual significance it so far transcends anything that men have known, that he who would measure accurately must first contrive a new yardstick and a new scales. The present account records the personal impressions of one privileged to know San Francisco intimately before, during and after disaster days, who finds it possible to forget the unparalleled destruction which befell his city in the joyous contemplation of the city's resurrection. The new structures of steel and stone, magnificent and imposing, are, in their finest meaning, monuments to the unquenchable devotion which conjured them. They proclaim a people superior to great tribulation.
This book has grown out of an article by the same author, bearing the same title, which appeared in the April, 1909, issue of Sunset Magazine. The courtesy of the editor of Sunset in permitting re-use of the title, of portions of the article, and also certain photographs, is gratefully acknowledged.
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This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book recounts the remarkable three-year rebuilding of San Francisco after the devastating earthquake and fires of 1906. In the wake of unprecedented destruction, the author captures the spirit of resilience and determination that led the people of San Francisco to rebuild their city bigger and better than ever before. The book provides a historical perspective on the calamity, examining the events leading up to the disaster and its aftermath, while also exploring the social and economic forces that shaped the reconstruction. The author highlights the architectural innovations and technological advancements that emerged during the rebuilding process, demonstrating how San Francisco became a symbol of urban renewal and innovation. This book serves as a testament to the indomitable spirit of San Francisco and offers valuable insights into the power of human resilience in the face of adversity. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9781330798294_0
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