Manual of Surveying for Field and Office (1915)

The Manual of Surveying for Field and Office is a comprehensive guide to the principles and practices of surveying, written by Raymond Earl Davis and first published in 1915. This book covers all aspects of surveying, from the basics of measuring distances and angles to the more advanced techniques of topographic mapping and land surveying. The author provides detailed explanations of the tools and equipment used in surveying, including theodolites, levels, and chains, as well as the methods for taking accurate measurements and recording data. The book also includes chapters on the legal aspects of surveying, such as property boundaries and land ownership, as well as the use of surveying in engineering and construction projects. With its clear and concise explanations and numerous illustrations and diagrams, the Manual of Surveying for Field and Office remains an essential reference for surveyors, engineers, and anyone involved in land management or development.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.