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The Practical Steam Engineer s Guide in the Design, Construction, and Management of American Stationary, Portabe and Steam Fire-Engines, Steam Pumps, Boilers, Injectors, Governors, Indicators, Pistons and Rings, Safety Valves, and Steam Gauges. By Emory Edwards and printed in Philadelphia by Henry Carey Baird & Co. 1887, 5th edition, 420 + 32 pp, 8 x 5.5 , 8vo, hardcover decorative brown cloth. In good condition, with superficial rubbing and wear to exterior. Hinges remain in good condition and text block remains bound well, save for some looseness around title page and prior to the table of contents. Old-hand inscription adjacent to title page. Nicely illustrated with a variety of black-and-white sketches throughout. General age-related toning to pages, along with periodic foxing and wear. Please see photographs and ask any questions prior to purchasing. A scarce engineering reference piece from the late 19th Century. COLN1887ABCB. Seller Inventory # COLN1887ABCB
Title: The Practical Steam Engineer s Guide in the ...
Publisher: Henry Carey Baird and Co., Philadelphia
Publication Date: 1887
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Good
Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket
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