Construction Science

Dans son combat contre le handicap physique, Alexandre Jollien a trouvé une alliée de choix : la philosophie. Guidé par Epicure, Erasme, Spinoza ou encore Etty Hillesum, il a surmonté les obstacles jour après jour - et, parvenu au seuil d'une vie plus paisible, il apprend avec eux à savourer aussi les instants de joie.

How the West Was Drawn explores the geographic and historical experiences of the Pawnees, the Iowas, and the Lakotas during the European and American contest for imperial control of the Great Plains during the 18th and 19th centuries. David Bernstein argues that the American West was a collaborative construction between Native peoples and Euro-American empires that developed cartographic processes and culturally specific maps, which in turn reflected encounter and conflict between settler states and indigenous peoples.

Incredible experiences as told in a series of 22 short stories covering a 40-year career in Heavy Civil Construction. Most of us love to watch new buildings going up. There’s something about the whole process and the cranes, earthmovers and daredevil nature of scaffold climbing that appeals on a primal level. That same fascination is likely to extend behind-the-scenes to the unusual things that actually happen on construction sites; particularly when matched with the storytelling skills of a 40-year construction professional.

Starting with Rebecca Smith’s own family history – foresters in Cumbria, miners in Derbyshire, millworkers in Nottinghamshire, builders of reservoirs and the Manchester Ship Canal – Rural is an exploration of our green and pleasant land, and the people whose labour has shaped it. Beautifully observed, these are the stories of professions and communities that often go overlooked. Smith shows the precarity for those whose lives are entangled in the natural landscape. And she traces how these rural working-class worlds have changed.

In Battle of the Skyscrapers, we take you through the evolution of humanity's tallest architectural wonders. Crossing oceans and spanning the years since the first skyscraper, this book clues you in on how different eras and cities have aimed for the sky over the decades, observing the shifts in culture, economy, wealth, power, and technology that have driven humanity's race to go even higher.

With an ever-increasing number of laws and regulations in the construction industry, it can be challenging for contractors to stay up to date and ensure they are operating within the boundaries of the law. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the most common laws and regulations that contractors may overlook or violate, including building codes, zoning regulations, lien laws, and occupational safety and health requirements.

You will be introduced to what is achievable today in technology that has massive implications and applications for senior living care and design. Imagine 19 years ago and your first experience with the internet, 7 years ago and your experience with your phone. How the internet and iPhone have changed our connection to each other and the information available to us in seconds - it is a drop in the bucket to the disruptive changes coming. This is going to be a wonderful ride if you're prepared for it!

Carefully leveled text engages young listeners in learning about how construction workers help their community. Age-appropriate critical thinking questions and a glossary help build nonfiction learning skills.

This construction cheat, hack, hint, tip, and trick audiobook is packed with a ton of stuff to help you work more efficiently and effectively on your next construction project. Whether you're a professional contractor or a DIY enthusiast, this guide is the perfect resource for anyone looking to improve their construction skills.

When you listen to Shipping Container Homes - Steps and Strategies to Building or Buying Your Own Dream Shipping Container Home, you'll discover everything you need to know about this unique and exciting way of life. When you join the growing number of people choosing this method to owning their dream home, you'll enjoy many benefits.