""A Textbook on Roofs and Bridges, Part 1: Stresses in Simple Trusses"" is a comprehensive guide to the design and construction of roofs and bridges, written by authors Merriman and Mansfield and originally published in 1896. The book focuses specifically on the stresses involved in the construction of simple trusses, providing a thorough examination of the principles and calculations involved in their design. The text is organized into chapters that cover topics such as the properties of materials, the forces acting on trusses, and the methods used to calculate stresses and strains. The book also includes numerous illustrations, diagrams, and equations to aid in understanding the material. This seminal work remains an important resource for engineers and architects interested in the design and construction of roofs and bridges, and is an essential addition to any professional or academic library.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.