This collection includes three international textbooks in civil engineering. First, 'Surveying' by Harry Bouchard, published in 1950 by the International Textbook Company, in its third edition. Second, 'Water Supply and Purification' by W. A. Hardenbergh, published in 1952 by the same publisher, also in its third edition. Third, 'Properties of Engineering Materials' by Glenn Murphy, published in 1950, in its second edition. The books are in acceptable condition. They show heavy wear on spines, covers, and corners. Covers, spines, and labels are faded. There are marks from the previous owner on pastedowns, free - endpapers, and pages, but readability is unaffected. The spines are detached from the text block, yet the pages are still firmly bound. The free - endpaper of 'Surveying' is heavily stained. Text blocks and pages are tanned due to age, but still readable, and the bindings are tight.
These vintage civil engineering textbooks are great resources for students, researchers, or anyone interested in the field. To use them, simply open the book and start reading. You can take notes in a separate notebook as writing in these old books might reduce their value. When handling, make sure your hands are clean to avoid further staining the pages. Store them in a dry and cool place to prevent any additional damage from humidity or heat. If you need to move them, be gentle with the spines as they are detached. Enjoy exploring the knowledge within these classic texts!
