With The Men Who Do Things (1913)

By Alexander Russell Bond

Book Overview

With The Men Who Do Things is a non-fiction book written by Alexander Russell Bond and published in 1913. The book is a collection of stories and anecdotes about the people who are responsible for building and maintaining the infrastructure of the United States. Bond, who was a journalist and engineer, traveled across the country to meet with these ""men who do things"" and learn about their work. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the construction of bridges, tunnels, and dams, the building of railroads and highways, and the development of water and power systems. Bond also discusses the challenges that these men faced in their work, such as dangerous working conditions, difficult terrain, and the need for innovative engineering solutions.Throughout the book, Bond emphasizes the importance of these men and their work to the growth and prosperity of the United States. He also provides insights into the history of engineering and the development of modern infrastructure. With The Men Who Do Things is a fascinating look at the people and projects that helped shape the United States in the early 20th century. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in engineering, history, or the development of infrastructure.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: 1165801485
• ISBN13: 9781165801480
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 356 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"