Brown's Boundary Control and Legal Principles, 4th Edition (Hardcover)

by Curtis M. Brown (Author), Walter G. Robillard (Author), Donald A. Wilson (Author) "In the primeval forest, and more particularly in the plant kingdom, there are no boundaries between living things..." (more)
Key Phrases: retracing surveyor, sectionalized lands, creating surveyor, United States, New York, Bureau of Land Management (more...)

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Product Description
Widely acclaimed as the authoritative source on the legal aspects of surveying and boundary problems, Brown's Boundary Control and Legal Principles is now updated and expanded in this fourth edition. Distinguished by the precision and clarity of its presentation, this indispensable reference book covers land boundary law, the science of measurements, evaluation of evidence, and the traditions and customs that have defined boundaries.

A unique resource, it brings together material that would otherwise require research through dozens of publications. It includes full, easily accessible coverage of the legal elements for determining boundary location and the federal and state laws that govern these elements. Common law and legal principles, synthesized from a comprehensive review of court cases, are presented as a cohesive set of guidelines for the practicing professional.

This Fourth Edition features new material that:

• Explores the distinction between GLO creation by statute law and metes and bounds creation by common law
• Provides expanded coverage of title examination, certification, and easements
• Examines Riparian boundary questions
• Defines new surveying terminology

In the tradition of its previous editions, Brown's Boundary Control and Legal Principles, Fourth Edition remains the essential reference for all land surveyors and civil engineers, land owners, realtors, attorneys dealing with surveying and boundary law, and students in surveying courses.

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Alfred Leick

GPS Satellite Surveying, Second Edition includes all the material that made the first edition the standard work in the field, and provides up-to-date information on the most recent developments. Comprehensive and thorough in its presentation, GPS Satellite Surveying is designed to help the modern land information specialist gain full use of GPS surveying techniques and a firm understanding of the resulting measurements. Coverage includes a complete and mathematically rigorous theory of positioning with GPS that integrates astronomy, time, statistics, geodesy, and electronics.

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A GUIDE TO UNDERSTANDING LAND SURVEYS

Second Edition

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"I recommend the book; every surveyor should have several on hand, and give them to prospective clients." —Professional Surveyor

A guide to making sense of the complexities of surveying, this handsomely illustrated book not only describes the variety of documents surveyors produce, but the technology and practice essential to their production. Designed for the layperson involved in selling, transferring, developing, or building on land, the Guide is a seminar on the real-world basics of interpreting and using land survey data.

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EVIDENCE AND PROCEDURES FOR BOUNDARY LOCATION

Third Edition

Curtis M. Brown, Walter G. Robillard, and Donald A. Wilson

This expanded, updated edition of the classic bestseller remains the industry standard for its coverage of the laws of boundaries and the evidence needed to make accurate boundary determinations. Its presentation of the technical, legal, and administrative aspects of boundary location includes changes in content and organization that reflect new developments in the field and make the book easier to use than ever before. 1994 (0-471-55219-4) 528 pp.

From the Publisher
Considered a classic in the field, this latest edition provides outstanding information on the science of measurements, evaluation of evidence and the laws and customs that define boundaries. Features new chapters which explore the distinction between GLO and other means of creating boundaries, surveying terminology, Riparian boundary and expanded coverage of title examination. Includes scores of tables, diagrams and unique photographs which enhance the written material.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 432 pages
• Publisher: John Wiley & Sons; 4 edition (April 24, 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0471043125
• ISBN-13: 978-0471043126
• Product Dimensions: 9.5 x 6.4 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.7 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #965,865 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Surveyor's Bible, December 28, 2002

By	D. M. North (Flintstone, GA United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

While preparing for my licensing exam, I read this book from cover to cover. It addresses every principle of retracement (sequential and simultaneous conveyances), public lands, and riparian issues thoroughly. The highlighted "principle" at the heading of each new topic makes remembering the main points simple. I can honestly say that every question on the NCEES exam that dealt with general principles and practice was answered in this book. I passed on my first sitting, and this book was one of the main reasons why. If you can only study one reference, this is it. Every practicing surveyor should also refer to it regularly.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars beyond the books, July 29, 2007

By	A. Davis "land surveyor" (Dahlonega, GA USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Brown's Boundary Control and Legal Principles (Hardcover)

This publication covers a preponderance of topics to provide objectivity to what can be a highly subjective matter. Concepts and principles are delineated in meaningful ways and the applications are expounded upon.
A must for all persons involved with land management, use, development, and preservation.

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Boundary Control and Legal Principals, August 20, 2002

By A Customer

This is the definitive work on boundary control. Technicians preparing for the SIT and PLS tests should own this book.