Bridges And Byways (1919)

Bridges and Byways is a book written by James Albert Green and published in 1919. The book is a collection of essays that describe various bridges and roads in the United States. The essays are written in a descriptive and informative style, providing readers with a detailed look at the history, construction, and significance of each bridge and roadway.The book is divided into two parts. The first part focuses on bridges, and the second part focuses on roads. Each essay in the book is accompanied by photographs and illustrations that help bring the bridges and roads to life.The essays in the first part of the book cover a wide range of bridges, from the Brooklyn Bridge in New York City to the Bixby Creek Bridge in California. The essays explore the engineering and construction techniques used to build each bridge, as well as the historical and cultural significance of the bridge.The essays in the second part of the book cover a variety of roads, including the Lincoln Highway, the Old Spanish Trail, and the Oregon Trail. These essays provide readers with a glimpse into the history of transportation in the United States, as well as the challenges faced by early travelers.Overall, Bridges and Byways is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of transportation and engineering in the United States. The book provides a unique perspective on some of the most iconic bridges and roads in the country, and is sure to captivate readers with its detailed descriptions and vivid imagery.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.