The Practical Surveyor's Guide

The Practical Surveyor's Guide, written by Andrew Duncan and first published in 1892, is a comprehensive guide for anyone interested in becoming a land surveyor. The book is designed to provide all the necessary information and tools to make any person of common capacity a finished land surveyor, without the aid of a teacher. The book covers a wide range of topics related to land surveying, including the history of surveying, the principles of measurement and calculation, the use of instruments such as the theodolite and compass, and the techniques for measuring and mapping land. It also includes detailed instructions for laying out and dividing land, calculating areas and volumes, and creating maps and plans.The Practical Surveyor's Guide is written in a clear and concise style, with numerous illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand the concepts and techniques described. It is intended for both beginners and experienced surveyors, and is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the field of land surveying.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.