Design for an Improved Submarine Tunnel, comprising a brick arch within a cast or wrought iron skin, laid in a trench dredged for that purpose [first proposed in 1868 for crossing Boston Harbor]

J. G. Foster

Published by (Washington: Engineer Department, U.S.A.), 1872

About this Item

*Price HAS BEEN REDUCED by 10% until Monday, Sept. 1 (holiday sale item)* 8 (text) pp., five plates, one of which is tinted and folding; original gilt & blind stamped maroon cloth (hardcover), two book plates to the front paste down, two hand stamps to the front free endpaper, old, small white paint stain to the spine, short horizontal closed tear to the fore edge of the first two blanks, corners worn, minor discolorations to the rear cover, however overall very good; the tunnel proposed to connect Boston with East Boston. - If you are reading this, this item is actually (physically) in our stock and ready for shipment once ordered. We are not bookjackers. Buyer is responsible for any additional duties, taxes, or fees required by recipient's country. Photos available upon request.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Design for an Improved Submarine Tunnel, comprising a brick arch within a cast or wrought iron skin, laid in a trench dredged for that purpose [first proposed in 1868 for crossing Boston Harbor]
• Publisher: (Washington: Engineer Department, U.S.A.)
• Publication Date: 1872
• Condition: Very Good