Memoirs and Addresses of Two Decades is a book written by J.A.L. Waddell, which compiles his personal recollections and speeches from a period of twenty years. The book is a collection of memoirs, speeches, and addresses that provide a glimpse into the author's life and work during this time. Waddell was a prominent figure in the fields of engineering and education, and his writings reflect his experiences in these areas. The book is divided into several sections, each covering a different aspect of Waddell's life and work. ...
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Memoirs and Addresses of Two Decades is a book written by J.A.L. Waddell, which compiles his personal recollections and speeches from a period of twenty years. The book is a collection of memoirs, speeches, and addresses that provide a glimpse into the author's life and work during this time. Waddell was a prominent figure in the fields of engineering and education, and his writings reflect his experiences in these areas. The book is divided into several sections, each covering a different aspect of Waddell's life and work. The first section covers his early years, including his education and early career. The second section focuses on his work as an engineer, including his contributions to the construction of several important projects. The third section covers his work in education, including his time as a professor and his involvement in educational reform. The final section includes a selection of his speeches and addresses on various topics, ranging from engineering and education to politics and religion. Overall, Memoirs and Addresses of Two Decades is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the life and work of J.A.L. Waddell, as well as for those interested in the history of engineering and education during this period.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.
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WADDELL, J.A.L. MEMOIRS AND ADDRESSES OF TWO DECADES. Edited by Frank W. Skinner. Easton, Pa., Mack Printing Company, 1928. Thick 8vo., ribbed green cloth, spine stamped in gilt. First Edition. John Alexander Low Waddell was a famous consulting engineer who designed more than 1, 000 bridges and large structures throughout the world. His work set standards for elevated railroad systems and he helped develop materials for large-span bridges. His most important contribution was the development of the steam-powered high-lift bridge. Many of Waddell's surviving bridges are now considered historic landmarks. Signed presentation from Waddell on a front blank page: "To Joseph H. Ehlers, Esq., C.E. with the compliments of the Author. J.A.L. Waddell. New York City, May 13, 1932." Ehlers was a civil engineer and a structural engineering professor at Pei Yang University in China. He was also an American diplomat and explorer. With Ehler's Chinese stamp on the presentation page and his English name stamped to the rear endpaper. Also with a strip of three Chinese characters tipped to the rear endpaper. Scarce to find an inscribed copy of this title! ! Very Good (some rubbing & light staining covers, gilt on spine nice & bright; contents clean & tight; front endpaper excised). $450.00.
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Acceptable. 1928. 1st. Cloth, no dj, as issued. 8vo. x and 1174 pp. Bumping, fraying and scuffing to boards. Spine slightly cocked. Browning to text block and leaves. Previous owner's inscription on ffep. A sound reading copy. (Subject: Technology. )
