Manual of Hydrology (Classic Reprint): Containing I. Hydraulic and Other Tables; II. Rivers, Flow of Water, Springs, Wells, and Percolation; III. ... Rainfall and Evaporation (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Explore the science and practice of hydrology with a timeless reference that blends theory, observations, and real‑world data. This edition gathers core topics from rainfall to evaporation, river flow, tides, springs, wells, and percolation, all with practical tables and measured results that engineers and students can rely on.

Contents center on how water moves through the environment and how to quantify it. You’ll encounter explanations of evaporation, rainfall, and their relationship to temperature, plus historical experiments and charted data that illuminate water supply, drainage, and urban hydraulics. The book presents concrete figures and methods, making it a useful companion for applied science and engineering study.

• Clear discussions of evaporation and rainfall, including their drivers and limitations.


• Tables and calculations that compare rainfall, evaporation, and mean temperatures across regions.


• Illustrative material on water supply, sewer flow, and urban drainage from historical perspectives.


• Practical grounding for engineers, geographers, and students working with water systems.

Ideal for readers seeking a durable, data‑driven reference on hydrology and its applications.

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