Excerpt from Remarks on the Present System of Road Making: With Observations, Deduced From Practice and Experience, With a View to a Revision of the Existing Laws, and the Introduction of Improvement in the Method of Making, Repairing, and Preserving Roads, and Defending the Road Funds From Misapplication
These, however, the author gladly submits to the good sense and candour of the public only requesting, in the words of a celebrated writer, that whoever favors him with a perusal, will not judge by a few hours reading of the la bours of nearly thirty years.
In the following chapters, the subject of Roads will be considered under three principal heads.
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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book is a fascinating and in-depth examination of the history and development of roads and highways in the United Kingdom, with a focus on the period between 1767 and 1819. The author, an experienced road surveyor, draws on extensive research and practical experience to provide a comprehensive account of the evolution of road-making techniques during this period. It explores the challenges faced by road builders of the time, including the need for efficient and cost-effective methods of construction and maintenance. The book also highlights the role of scientific advancements and technological innovations in shaping the development of roads, with a particular emphasis on the importance of using high-quality materials and employing skilled labor. Through its detailed analysis and insights, this book offers a valuable contribution to the understanding of the history of road construction and its significance in the development of transportation infrastructure. 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: 9781331876977_0
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