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The subject is too extensive to be treated in detail in a single volume, but an effort has been made to present a discussion fairly complete in scope. It is hoped that the reader will gain a greater appreciation of artificial light as an economic factor, as an artistic medium, and as a mighty influence upon the safety, efficiency, health, happiness, and general progress of mankind. M. Luckiesh.
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- Publication date2024
- ISBN 10 1440093717
- ISBN 13 9781440093715
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages410
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