Design Manual for High-Strength Steel [Hardcover] Priest, H. Malcolm

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1954 edition. Spiral bound hardcover has significant wear, scuffs, small marks, stains and small tears. No dust jacket. Spine has significant reading creases and wear, small tears on top and bottom. Pages have some marks and small tears on some pages but largely are clean and the binding is secure.

This well-worn copy of “Design Manual for High-Strength Steel” by H. Malcolm Priest is a testament to its enduring value as a reference work in civil engineering. Published in 1954, it captures a pivotal moment in the history of steel construction, as high-strength steels were gaining widespread adoption. Priest, a renowned structural engineer and educator, played a crucial role in promoting the use of these advanced materials, which allowed for more efficient and economical designs. Despite its age and signs of heavy use, this manual remains a valuable resource for those interested in the evolution of steel construction techniques and the pioneers who shaped the field. Collectors and engineers alike will appreciate the opportunity to own a piece of history that has stood the test of time.