Originally published in 1914, this comprehensive guide to engineering contracts remains a key reference for engineers, architects, and contractors to this day. The book covers all aspects of the contracting process, from negotiation to completion, and includes numerous examples and case studies to illustrate best practices and common pitfalls. The author, a noted civil engineer and professor, also provides an overview of the legal principles that underpin engineering contracts. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.