Introduction and purpose of the book -- Structural geology principles -- Rock mechanics principles -- Illustrative synthesis case example, the Clifton Suspension Bridge, UK -- Quarries -- Dams -- Opencast coal mining -- Underground rock engineering and risk -- Historical monuments and stone buildings -- Concluding summary -- Epilogue.
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