Best Surveying & Photogrammetry Books of 2026

Elon Musk: Tesla, SpaceX, and the Quest for a Fantastic Future is a captivating biography that delves into the life of one of the world's most innovative entrepreneurs. Ashlee Vance's exclusive access to Musk, his family, and friends, provides a detailed account of his journey from a difficult upbringing in South Africa to the pinnacle of the global business world. Vance explores Musk's world-changing companies, including PayPal, Tesla Motors, SpaceX, and SolarCity, and characterizes a man who has renewed American industry and sparked new levels of innovation. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in technology, entrepreneurship, and the future of business.

PPI Surveying Solved Problems, 5th Edition is a comprehensive practice guide that contains over 900 multiple-choice problems for the Fundamentals of Surveying (FS) and Principles and Practice of Surveying (PS) exams. The problems are designed to help readers identify and apply related concepts and equations, while step-by-step solutions demonstrate accurate and efficient solving methods. The book is consistent with exam topics and uses the appropriate NCEES-supplied reference. The author, Dr. Jan Van Sickle, is a licensed surveyor with extensive experience in the field. Overall, this book is an excellent resource for anyone preparing for the FS and PS exams.

The PPI Surveyor Reference Manual, 7th Edition is a comprehensive reference manual designed to help examinees pass the NCEES Fundamentals of Surveying (FS) Exam. Written by George Cole, a practicing surveyor and engineer, this book covers a range of topics including algebra, geometry, and trigonometry, as well as field data acquisition, mapping, and accuracy standards. With over 300 practice problems and 120 common surveying terms defined in a glossary, this book is a valuable tool for anyone looking to become a professional surveyor. Overall, the PPI Surveyor Reference Manual is an excellent resource and a must-have for anyone preparing to take the FS exam.

The Prepper’s Survival Bible is an ultimate guide for anyone who wants to be prepared for extreme scenarios. The book covers everything from basic survival skills to advanced techniques, including off-grid living, food and water preparedness, shelter building, bushcraft, and knot tying. With detailed instructions and practical tips, readers will learn how to thrive in any situation. The book is an essential guide for outdoor enthusiasts, preppers, and anyone who wants to be prepared for unexpected situations. Overall, The Prepper’s Survival Bible is an informative and comprehensive guide that stands out for its detailed instructions and practical tips.

The PPI Fundamentals of Surveying Practice Exam, 5th Edition, is a comprehensive practice exam designed to prepare candidates for the NCEES FS Surveying Exam. The book contains 110 multiple-choice questions that match the specifications for knowledge areas and topics, and for approximate problem counts within those knowledge areas to build exam-day confidence and strengthen time-management skills. The step-by-step solutions to quantitative problems demonstrate efficient problem-solving approaches, while qualitative solutions explain the correct answer and present related supportive information such as surveying laws, regulations, and history. Overall, this book is a valuable resource for anyone seeking to become a professional surveyor.

The Prepper's Survival Bible is a comprehensive guide that covers various aspects of survival, including prevention, protection, and recovery. It equips readers with the necessary skills and tools to keep their loved ones safe in the event of a disaster. The book covers topics such as long-term survival, wilderness survival, food and water preparedness, bunkering, and off-grid living. It also provides insights into different worst-case scenarios such as economic collapse, grid down, natural disasters, nuclear attacks, and more. Overall, The Prepper's Survival Bible is an excellent resource for anyone interested in emergency preparedness and survival.

Surveying Fundamentals and Practices, 7/e, by Jerry Nathanson and Michael Lanzafama, is a comprehensive guide for students studying surveying technology. The book covers traditional surveying fundamentals while also providing up-to-date information on modern equipment and procedures. The authors explain the methods of measuring and computing distances, angles, and directions, and provide examples of horizontal control surveys, property surveys, topographic surveys, and more. The Seventh Edition also includes a new section on spiral curve computations and forensic surveying. Overall, Surveying Fundamentals and Practices is an excellent resource for anyone interested in surveying technology.

This book is a comprehensive guide to boundary surveying, covering basic techniques and legal issues. The second edition has been expanded, with a new chapter on easements and more detail on Global Navigational Systems (GNSS). The book highlights the benefits of using GNSS for surveys, but also discusses its limitations. It also delves into state plane coordinate systems, which are now commonly used with GNSS. The author emphasizes the importance of understanding real property laws for boundary surveying. Overall, Land Surveying Simplified: Second Edition is an excellent resource for anyone interested in boundary surveying, especially those in the real estate industry.

This graph paper notebook is a great tool for students and professionals who require precision in their work. With 2x2 grid quad ruled pages, it is perfect for math, science, engineering, and even art projects. The notebook is designed with high-quality paper that doesn't bleed and a glossy cover finish. It also features numbered pages, an index, and the ability to lay flat when open. The notebook's versatility makes it perfect for a variety of uses, including planning, tracking medication, and even gaming. Overall, this notebook is a great investment for anyone who values organization and precision in their work.

Surveying Early America: The Point of Beginning, An Illustrated History is a captivating book that explores the profession of surveying during the eighteenth century. Through the use of over 100 full-color photographs, readers are taken on a visual journey of the historically accurate reproductions of techniques and tools used by early American surveyors. The book also delves into the life of George Washington, Virginia’s first surveyor, and his team, providing a step-by-step guide on how early America was initially divided and documented. Overall, this book is an excellent resource for those interested in the history of surveying in America and its impact on the nation's development.