Bridges of North America: A Pictorial Catalogue

If you have an interest in bridges and like to travel in the US and Canada, you will love this book. A revised and expanded version of his popular Bridges Crossed (and some not), the author cites Plowden: "Bridges are the most overt, powerful, and rational expression of man's ability to build" and Schuyler: "our most durable monument-not a shrine, not a fortress, not a palace, but a bridge," and then makes a compelling case for their views. Featuring spectacular color photos of well known as well as nook and cranny bridges in North America, his text has an uncanny ability to capture the thrill of crossing them. Essentially a travelogue focused on bridges, he provides relevant technical/construction details while at the same time making a powerful case to visit the interesting places these bridges take you to.