Excerpt from The City That Is: The Story of the Rebuilding of San Francisco in Three Years
Inutile things. It is plain that there has come into modern mechanics a new method, its scope as remarkable as its speed of operation, which surpasses such feats as even a dreamer could lay to the credit of the blacksmith of the gods on Olympus. Vulcan has the solace of much good company, for the San Francisco achievement crowds back into his class the engineers of Babel, the pyramid builders, and a long line of wonder-workers in construction, each great enough in his own day.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book recounts the remarkable three-year rebuilding of San Francisco after the devastating earthquake and fires of 1906. In the wake of unprecedented destruction, the author captures the spirit of resilience and determination that led the people of San Francisco to rebuild their city bigger and better than ever before. The book provides a historical perspective on the calamity, examining the events leading up to the disaster and its aftermath, while also exploring the social and economic forces that shaped the reconstruction. The author highlights the architectural innovations and technological advancements that emerged during the rebuilding process, demonstrating how San Francisco became a symbol of urban renewal and innovation. This book serves as a testament to the indomitable spirit of San Francisco and offers valuable insights into the power of human resilience in the face of adversity. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330798294_0
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