ISBN: 9781333794057 - notes on new york city and vicinity, describing engineering works and places of general interest: compiled for the annual convention of the new ... september 13 to 16, 1905 (classic reprint) (3 Ergebnisse)

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book, a collaborative effort by the New England Water Works Association, offers a comprehensive 1905 guide to the water infrastructure of Greater New York City. The historical context begins with the purchase of Manhattan Island by Peter Minuet in 1624 and concludes with innovations such as the installation of the city's first water meters in 1834. With the aim of informing water works men and engineers, this illustrated and comprehensive guide details the reservoirs, waterways, and distribution systems that bring water to this great city. The strategic measures used to expand and maintain the system are explored, providing valuable insights into the engineering feats of the early 20th century and the importance of an adequate water supply for urban centers. 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.…