Sir Bernard M Feilden (2 results)

Paper Back. Condition: Very Good+. 1st Edition. 1987 first edition. Size octavo, 9.25" tall, 106 pages. Paper back with photographic cover. Condition very good, slight rub to corners and spine ends, contents are very clean. From the personal collection of Nicholas Ambraseys. Nicholas Neocles Ambraseys FICE FREng 1929-2012 was a Greek engineering seismologist. He was emeritus professor of Engineering Seismology and Senior Research Fellow at Imperial College London. For many years Ambraseys was considered as the leading figure and absolute authority in earthquake engineering and seismology in Europe.…

Paperback. Sir Bernard M. Feilden, ICCROM and the Getty Conservation Institute, Rome. Author: Sir Bernard M. FeildenBinding: PaperbackPublished: ICCROM and the Getty Conservation Institute, Rome, 1987Condition:Book: GoodJacket: No dust jacketPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Condition as shown in imageThis authoritative non-fiction work addresses the critical challenges of safeguarding historical structures and artifacts situated in seismically active regions. Sir Bernard M. Feilden, a renowned expert, presents comprehensive strategies and methodologies for mitigating damage and ensuring the longevity of invaluable cultural property. The text chronicles case studies and engineering principles, illustrating the complex interplay between geological forces and architectural resilience. It instructs readers on preventative measures, emergency responses, and post-disaster recovery efforts essential for preserving global heritage. This essential volume offers invaluable insights for conservators, architects, and policymakers dedicated to protecting our shared past. Paperback. …