Bridging the gap: Early bridges in New Zealand, 1830-1939

Bridging the gap: Early bridges in New Zealand, 1830-1939. By Geoffrey Thornton.

Publisher: Reed Publishing (NZ) Ltd, Auckland, 2001, First Edition.

Very good hardback with jacket. Boards have some bumping & rubbed at spine ends. Pages are fine. Jacket has some chipping and rubbing to spine ends, otherwise very good.

An exploration of bridges and bridge engineering feats throughout the country accompanied by 270 of the authors photographs. He also explores the financial, social and political implications of the structures. Contents: The early days in New Zealand; Public works on a grand scale; The era of reinforced concrete; Types of Bridges -- Beam and Girder Bridges; Truss Bridges; Suspension Bridges; Cantilever Bridges; Movable Bridges; Arch Bridges.

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