Name/Title
Text Book of Modern CarpentryEntry/Object ID
2025.20.0008Description
This book was previously owned by Samuel Higgs. It provides an exhaustive compendium of knowledge regarding the nature, properties, and uses of timber in carpentry. The author draws upon historical sources and practical experience to impart a comprehensive understanding of the subject. This book covers various types of timber, their durability, and how to season and preserve them. It presents detailed insights into the tensile, cross, and compressive strengths of timber, providing essential guidance for determining the dimensions of beams and other structural elements.Collection
Artifact CollectionLexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Primary Object Term
BookNomenclature Sub-Class
Other DocumentsNomenclature Class
Documentary ObjectsNomenclature Category
Category 08: Communication ObjectsInscription/Signature/Marks
Type
SignatureLocation
Inside Front CoverTranscription
Samuel HiggsLanguage
EnglishMaterial/Technique
PencilDimensions
Height
7-1/4 inWidth
5 inDepth
7/8 inBook Details
Author
Silloway, Thomas W.Place Published
City
BostonState/Province
MassachusettsCountry
United States of AmericaContinent
North AmericaDate Published
1858Binding
Binding Type
Perfect BoundPublication Language
EnglishCondition
Reason for Exam
At AcquisitionOverall Condition
Good