A Treatise On Practical Surveying And Topographical Plan Drawing (1829)

A Treatise On Practical Surveying And Topographical Plan Drawing is a comprehensive guide to the art and science of surveying and mapmaking, written by John Murray and published in 1829. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the principles of surveying, the use of instruments such as the theodolite and the chain, the measurement of angles and distances, the calculation of areas and volumes, and the construction of maps and plans. Murray also provides detailed instructions on how to draw topographical plans, including contour lines, and how to represent features such as rivers, roads, and buildings. The book is illustrated with numerous diagrams and examples, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in the field of surveying or mapmaking. Despite its age, the principles and techniques outlined in A Treatise On Practical Surveying And Topographical Plan Drawing remain relevant to this day, and the book is still used by surveyors and cartographers around the world.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.