Bridges, Canals, and Tunnels: The Engineering Conquest of America by David Jacobs and Anthony E. Neville

Bridges, Canals, and Tunnels: The Engineering Conquest of America by David Jacobs and Anthony E. Neville

A fascinating exploration of the engineering marvels that shaped the American landscape, Bridges, Canals, and Tunnels: The Engineering Conquest of America dives into the vision, ingenuity, and technical brilliance behind the country’s most iconic infrastructure. From the earliest canal systems to the towering bridges and intricate tunnels that transformed transportation and commerce, this book offers an engaging and richly detailed account of American engineering history.

This is a first edition, advance review copy, published by American Heritage Publishing Co. in collaboration with the Smithsonian Library, with a publication date of October 28, 1968 and an original cover price of $4.95. What makes this copy particularly special is the accompanying historical materials:

-Two original photographs included

-An official letter from American Heritage Publishing Co., addressed to reviewers, outlining the book’s release and permissions for reviewer’s use

-A Smithsonian Library postcard, from Nancy L. Agnew, Director of Information Services, confirming this as an advance review edition.

The book itself is a substantial, well-illustrated hardcover, bringing to life the story of how America’s great infrastructure projects shaped the nation’s growth and development.

-First Edition

-Advance Review Copy (1968)

-Hardcover

-Used