Description

Hardcover, large format folio size volume in publisher’s non priced, non clipped dust-jacket. 224 pages. Illustrated with over 300 photographs, drawings and diagrams, chiefly in color. First edition, first printing. Beyond a prefatory essay on the history and development of bridge construction this book deals primarily with modern foot-bridges, chosen from a wide variety of international examples. In highlighting the construction methods and technical plans of these spans the author’s provide the reader with an overview of the synthesis of architectural design and engineering innovations that is fueling a new aesthetic in bridge building. No previous ownership marks. A clean, fresh, unmarked and like new copy. Dust-jacket is like new also but for mild shelf wear to glossy black rear panel. As new in a near fine dust-jacket. A large heavy book, Priority and International orders will require additional postage, charged at actual cost.