This vintage textbook on roofs and bridges, written by Mansfield Merriman and Henry Jacoby, is a must-have for any collector or enthusiast of engineering books. The hardcover edition, published in 1905 by John Wiley, features illustrated diagrams and tables for easy reference. The book covers a range of topics, including simple trusses, and is an original piece, not a facsimile. The language of the book is English, and it is categorized as an antiquarian and collectible in the books and magazines section. The binding is intact, and the pages are clean without any tears or folds. This book is a great addition to any collection and a valuable resource for anyone interested in engineering history. This is one of the second thousand books printed. The book is also signed on the inside by a prominent Kentuckian involved in politics and education - Hubbard Luther Stevens who owned this book.