Bridges : the science and art of the world's most inspiring structures /

Blockley, D. I.

Bridges : the science and art of the world's most inspiring structures / David Blockley. - Oxford : Oxford University Press, 2012. - 328 p. : ill. ; 20 cm.

Includes bibliographical references.

Bridges are remarkable structures. David Blockley explains how to read a bridge, how they stand up, and how engineers design them to be so strong. He examines the engineering problems posed by bridges, and considers their cultural, aesthetic, and historical importance.

Specialized.

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Bridges.
Bridges--Design and construction.
Bridges--Social aspects.
Technology.

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