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Highest Roads

Yves Earhart

Translator A AI

Publisher: Publifye

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"Highest Roads" explores humanity's drive to build roads in challenging, high-altitude environments. It examines the engineering feats, environmental hurdles, and socio-economic impacts of these routes. The book highlights how these roads, often built in areas with thin air and scarce resources, serve as vital links for isolated communities. Discover the ingenuity required to overcome geographical obstacles and extreme weather, turning logistical nightmares into testaments of human resilience. This book uniquely blends technical details with human stories, providing a holistic view of high-altitude road construction.

 
It delves into case studies of prominent roads worldwide, from the Andes to the Himalayas, analyzing construction techniques and their impact on local communities. Each chapter builds upon fundamental concepts of engineering, climatology, and socio-economic development, culminating in an analysis of the future of high-altitude transportation amid climate change and technological advancements.

 
By examining the historical context, engineering challenges, and societal consequences, "Highest Roads" provides a nuanced perspective on sustainable development, climate change adaptation, and infrastructure's role in social progress. It's an interdisciplinary exploration suitable for students, professionals, and anyone fascinated by travel, geography, and the intersection of human ambition and environmental responsibility.
Available since: 02/12/2025.
Print length: 66 pages.

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