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In which the author “recounts and describes the various methods of conquest by which Islamism established itself in these several countries, how it has been modified by Hinduism, Buddhism, and Confucianism, and, finally, what Christianity is doing for the conversion of the Mohammedans of these various countries, and what success is attending its efforts.” (N. Y. Times.)
“There is evident throughout the book a thorough knowledge of the history of Islamism, and also of present-day social and moral conditions in Mohammedan countries.”
| + | N. Y. Times. 12: 500. Ag. 17, ’07. 200w. | |
| + | Outlook. 87: 46. S. 7, ’07. 140w. |
Whinery, Samuel. Specifications for street roadway pavements. *50c. Eng. news.
“After a discussion of the theory of specifications, the general features of specifications are considered, such as those providing for inspection, public convenience and safety, extra work etc. Foundations are then taken up, concrete, old paving stone and broken stone being included. Under the heading ‘Bituminous pavements’ are found asphalt, block asphalt and rock asphalt. The various ingredients of these pavements are treated in detail, and the best methods for laying each pavement are specified. Granite, brick and woodblock pavements are given ample attention, and in the closing pages paragraphs of a general nature, relating to all pavements, are given, including payments, specifications for experimental and untried pavements, etc.”—Technical Literature.
“The pamphlet is a valuable contribution to the literature upon the proper construction of pavements, and will undoubtedly have much influence in standardizing, so far as local conditions will permit, specifications for this kind of work.” Edwin A. Fisher.
| + − | Engin. N. 58: 179. Ag. 15, ’07. 1750w. | |
| Technical Literature. 2: 97. Ag. ’07. 220w. |