Cyclopedia of architecture, carpentry and building : a general reference work ... / prepared by a staff of architects, builders, and experts of the highest professional standing ; illustrated with over three thousand engravings.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

American School, Chicago.

American Technical Society.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Architecture.

Building.

Physical Description:

10 volumes : illustrations (some color), plans ; 25 cm

Place of Publication:

Chicago : American Technical Society, 1909.

Contents:

v. I. Building superintendence. Contracts and specifications (Parts I and II). Building law

v. II. Carpentry. Stair-building. Estimating. The steel square

v. III. Strength of materials. Statics. Roof trusses. Hardware

v. IV. Masonry and concreting materials. Stone masonry and plain concrete construction. Reinforced concrete

v. V. Steel construction. Elevators. Practical problems in construction

v. VI. Mechanical drawing. Architectural lettering. Architectural drawing

v. VII. Freehand drawing. Perspective drawing. Shades and shadows. The Roman orders

v. VIII. The Greek orders. The classic Roman orders. Rendering in pen and ink

v. IX. Electric wiring. Electric lighting. Skylights, roofing, cornice work. Plastering. Painting

v. X. Heating and ventilation. Steam and hot-water fitting. Plumbing.

Notes:

"A compilation of ... instruction papers of the American School of Correspondence"--Foreword.

Previous editions published by the School.

Includes indexes.

"Authorities consulted": bibliographical references at beginning of each volume.

OCLC:

10569877