Building Construction by Sushil Kumar is a comprehensive civil engineering text covering materials, foundational work, and structural elements from design to completion. It serves as a foundational resource for construction techniques, including masonry, flooring, and specialized services like waterproofing. A digital copy is available on Scribd .
Often called the "Bible of Indian Construction," this PDF is more than just a textbook—it is a practical field guide. Here is why I keep going back to it:
Limitations and cautions