The San Francisco Earthquake And Fire Of April 18, 1906, And Their Effects On Structures And Structural Materials

by Richard Lewis Humphrey, Joseph Austin Holmes, Grove Karl Gilbert

Book Overview

The book titled ""The San Francisco Earthquake And Fire Of April 18, 1906, And Their Effects On Structures And Structural Materials"" is written by Grove K. Gilbert. The book provides a detailed account of the devastating earthquake and fire that occurred in San Francisco on April 18, 1906. The author has described the impact of the earthquake on the structures and structural materials of the city.The book covers various aspects of the earthquake, including its causes, magnitude, and effects. It also provides a detailed analysis of the damage caused to buildings, bridges, and other structures in the city. The author has used scientific and technical language to explain the effects of the earthquake on different types of materials, such as wood, steel, and concrete.The book is a valuable resource for engineers, architects, and anyone interested in the history of earthquakes and their impact on structures. It provides a comprehensive understanding of the San Francisco earthquake and its aftermath, including the efforts made by the city to rebuild and recover from the disaster.Overall, ""The San Francisco Earthquake And Fire Of April 18, 1906, And Their Effects On Structures And Structural Materials"" is a well-researched and informative book that sheds light on one of the most significant disasters in American history.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 143265683X
• ISBN13: 9781432656836
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 240 Pages
• Weight: 0.92 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 7.5" x 9.3"