Spanning Two Centuries: Historic Bridges of Australia

Bridges are a significant part of our heritage, making the parts of communication on which Australian society has developed. A study of bridges, and the roads and railways they carry, is also a study of people and their achievements.

In this book, Colin O'Connor provides a definitive history of bridges in Australia, particularly those still standing and built prior to 1900. More than 500 bridges are covered, and the extensive illustrations include photographs and pen and ink drawings by the author.

The historical narrative is blended with important technical details of the bridges, and the examination of the development of roads and railways affords a unique view of Australia's expanding transportation network.

This book introduces a new awareness of a part of Australia's history which previously has been sadly neglected.