Isbn: 9780282714291 - rapports sur les chemins, rues, ruelles et ponts de la cité et paroisse de montréal, avril et mai, 1840: avec notes (classic reprint) (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This volume provides a detailed statistical and geological overview of the rural district of Montreal and its roadways in the mid-19th century. Detailing the infrastructure and conditions of roads, bridges, and routes, the author, an Inspector of Roads, gives insight into the challenges of maintaining these vital connections in a rapidly developing area. The book delves into road conditions and repairs, assesses the effectiveness of previous improvements, and identifies areas in urgent need of attention, presenting a snapshot of the state of infrastructure over a century and a half ago. Of particular note is the discussion of the challenges faced by roads heavily used by industry, such as those leading to quarries, highlighting the economic impact of transportation infrastructure. The book is a valuable historical resource for those interested in the development of Montreal and its surrounding areas, providing a glimpse into the challenges and complexities of maintaining transportation networks in the past. It offers insights into the evolution of road construction and maintenance practices, the impact of industrialization on infrastructure, and the ongoing need for investment in public works projects. 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. …