The Practical Surveyor's Guide: Containing The Necessary Information To Make Any Person Of Common Capacity A Finished Land Surveyor, Without The Aid O (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781437299762)

The Practical Surveyor's Guide, written by Andrew Duncan and published in 1892, is a comprehensive manual for individuals who wish to become proficient in land surveying without the assistance of a teacher. The book is designed to provide all the necessary information and practical guidance required to transform an individual of common capacity into a skilled land surveyor. The guide begins with an introduction to the principles of surveying, including the use of instruments and the measurement of angles and distances. It then proceeds to cover topics such as the survey of boundaries, the calculation of areas, the measurement of heights and depths, and the construction of maps and plans. The book also includes detailed instructions on the use of surveying instruments, such as the theodolite, level, and chain, as well as the use of mathematical formulas and tables.The Practical Surveyor's Guide is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to individuals with little or no prior knowledge of land surveying. The book includes numerous illustrations and diagrams that help to clarify complex concepts and procedures. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning the art and science of land surveying, whether as a hobby or as a profession.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Andrew Duncan
ISBN-10: 1437299768
ISBN-13: 9781437299762
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 11/26/2008
Pages: 252
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.75lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.53d