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Reed Books. Auckland. 2001. Book condition: Very good. Some fading to boards. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. Two paper repaired closed tears to rear and some edge y Bridges in New Zealand 1830-1939 Author Geoffrey Thornton, Reviewed by Dorothy - 13/09/02 This book describes bridges still in use like the Makatote Viaduct and the Awatere River road and railway bridge, important bridges that have been replaced, like the Waitaki road and railway bridge in the South Island, and those that have been retained for special interest, like the Percy Burn Viaduct used by trampers on the Hump Track in the Waitutu Forest in Southland. The author gives clear descriptions of the designs and of the circumstances of their construction. The text is amply illustrated with 270 photographs of interesting bridges from the north to the south of New Zealand, both bridges still in use and some that no longer exist. Very heavy volume, please ask for postage amount according to your location befor ordering.
Bridging the gap: Early bridges in New Zealand, 1830-1939 (Geoffrey G Thornton)
Author
Geoffrey G Thornton
Title
Bridging the gap: Early bridges in New Zealand, 1830-1939
Publisher name
Reed Books, Auckland
Shipping time
3 - 7 days
Publication year
2001
Edition
First edition
Binding type
Hard cover
Listing condition
Used
Item condition
Very good
Vendor name
Thirst for Firsts
Vendor rating
Topic
History, Historical Geographytechnology, Engineering, Civiltechnology, Engineering, General
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