""A Textbook On Roofs And Bridges, Part 1: Stresses In Simple Trusses"" is a comprehensive guide to the construction and design of roofs and bridges, written by the renowned civil engineers Merriman and Mansfield. Originally published in 1896, this textbook focuses on the stresses present in simple trusses, providing a detailed analysis of the forces and loads that affect the stability and strength of these structures.The book begins with an introduction...