Irish Stone Bridges: History and Heritage - New Revised Edition

Author: O'Keeffe, Peter; Simington, Tom; Goodbody, Rob

Date published

10 October 2016

Price
Free to members
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Irish Stone Bridges: History and Heritage - New Revised Edition

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O'Keeffe, Peter; Simington, Tom; Goodbody, Rob
Date published
10 October 2016
Price
Free to members
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Author

O'Keeffe, Peter; Simington, Tom; Goodbody, Rob

Date published

10 October 2016

Author

O'Keeffe, Peter; Simington, Tom; Goodbody, Rob

Price

Free to members

The history of road bridges in Ireland from AD 1000 to 1830.

This highly readable and exacting study is unsurpassed in its scope, function and design, remaining the definitive history and field guide to these oft-hidden treasures that deeply enrich Ireland's heritage and environment.

Exquisitely illustrated, this publication continues as a vital work for Irish civil engineers, architects, conservationists, and local historians, as well as a thoroughly enjoyable and engrossing read for teachers, tourists and all those who value this fascinating aspect of Ireland's cultural heritage.

Part I examines the technical histories and contexts for the bridges, uncovering every aspect of their exceptional beauty and technical achievement, while Part II is a unique gazetteer of over 75 bridges and groups of bridges the length and breadth of Ireland.

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Format:
eBook
ISBN:
9781911024156
Pages:
465
Publisher:
Irish Academic Press

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Masonry - stone Bridge E-book Library

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