9780365458463 - A Report to the Street Paving Committee of the Commercial Club: On the Street Pavbing Problem of Chicago (Classic Reprint) de Alvord, John W. (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 book examines the complex and multifaceted issues surrounding street paving and maintenance in Chicago at the turn of the 20th century. It presents a detailed analysis of the city's paving problems, from the lack of systematic planning to the absence of adequate funding for maintenance. The author, an experienced engineer, argues that a more comprehensive and scientific approach is needed to address the city's paving needs effectively. The book provides a historical overview of street paving in Chicago, highlighting the challenges faced by the city as it grew rapidly in the late 19th century. It also draws on the author's own experience to offer practical recommendations for improving the city's paving system. The book concludes with a discussion of the broader implications of the city's paving problems, arguing that they reflect a larger failure to adequately plan for the city's growth and development. The author's insights into the city's paving problems resonate today, and the book remains a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of urban planning and 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.