Excavation : Kessinger Publishing : 9781437013481 : 1437013481 : 18 Aug 2008 : Excavation: Machinery, Methods And Costs, Including A Revision Of Excavating Machinery (1919) is a comprehensive guide to the world of excavation, written by Allen Boyer McDaniel. The book covers a wide range of topics related to excavation, including the different types of machinery and equipment used in the process, the various methods employed to excavate different types of terrain, and the costs associated with excavation projects. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of excavation. The first chapter provides an overview of the excavation process, including the different types of machinery used and the various methods employed. The following chapters delve into specific topics such as trenching, grading, and excavation for foundations. One of the highlights of this book is the detailed information it provides on the costs associated with excavation projects.