Science and Technology in Historic Preservation

Science and Technology in Historic Preservation

Author: Ray A. Williamson

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2012-12-06

Total Pages: 404

ISBN-13: 146154145X

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Technology transfer has played an increasingly important role in historic preservation during the latter half of the twentieth century, a situation attested to by the undertaking of an important congressional study in 1986 that assessed the role of federal agencies in the field. In this book leading researchers update the earlier findings and contribute state-of-the-art reviews and evaluations of technological progress in their areas of expertise.


Springs of Texas

Springs of Texas

Author: Gunnar M. Brune

Publisher: Texas A&M University Press

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 616

ISBN-13: 9781585441969

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This text explores the natural history of Texas and more than 2900 springs in 183 Texas counties. It also includes an in-depth discussion of the general characteristics of springs - their physical and prehistoric settings, their historical significance, and their associated flora and fauna.


This Changes Everything

This Changes Everything

Author: Naomi Klein

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2014-09-16

Total Pages: 576

ISBN-13: 1451697384

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With strong first-hand reporting and an original, provocative thesis, Naomi Klein returns with this book on how the climate crisis must spur transformational political change


The History of Large Federal Dams

The History of Large Federal Dams

Author: David P. Billington

Publisher: Government Printing Office

Published: 2005-10

Total Pages: 630

ISBN-13: 9780160728235

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Explores the story of Federal contributions to dam planning, design, and construction.


Historic Hunt County

Historic Hunt County

Author: Milton Babb

Publisher: HPN Books

Published: 2010

Total Pages: 97

ISBN-13: 1935377167

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An illustrated history of Hunt County, Texas, paired with histories of the local companies.