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The Textbook of Topographical and Geographical Surveying, written by Charles Frederick Close in 1905, is a comprehensive guide to the field of surveying. The book covers a wide range of topics related to topographical and geographical surveying, including the use of instruments like the theodolite and level, the measurement of angles and distances, and the calculation of elevations and contours. The author also provides detailed instructions on how to conduct various types of surveys, such as triangulation, traverse, and plane table surveying. The book includes numerous illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand the concepts and techniques discussed. This textbook is an invaluable resource for students and professionals in the field of surveying, as well as anyone interested in the history and practice of this important discipline.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.