WebNov 10, 1992 · Henry Petroski The Pencil: A History of Design and Circumstance Paperback – November 10, 1992 by Henry Petroski … WebAbout Henry Petroski. Henry Petroski is the Aleksandar S. Vesic Professor of Civil Engineering and a professor of history at Duke University, where he also serves as chairman of the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. The author of more than 15 books,… More about Henry Petroski
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Web256 pages, Paperback First published January 1, 1996 Book details & editions About the author Henry Petroski 30 books232 followers Henry Petroski is a civil engineering professor at Duke University where he specializes in failure analysis. WebAcclaimed engineer and historian Henry Petroski explores our core infrastructure from both historical and contemporary perspectives, explaining how essential their maintenance is to America's economic health. Petroski reveals the genesis of the many parts of America's highway system--our interstate numbering system, the centerline that divides roads, and … thiago campos tostes
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