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[2], x, 558 pages. Green cloth. A well worn exlibrary copy, with blue/green taped spine and portions of original spine laid down. Hinges loosening. Title page with perforated institutional label; label and remnants of labels on endpapers. Otherwise generally clean internally. A good working copy of a scarce title. Many illustrations throughout. Cloth. Sterling/Shiers gives this work three stars (especially important or useful), noting it as "An important and detailed technical history, with emphasis on British and European developments. Photos, diagrams, tables, references, appendices, index" Origins of Cyberspace #170.; Sterling/Shiers (History of Telecommunications Technology, An Annotated Bibliography: Scarecrow Press, 2000) #7-053. Seller Inventory # 20965
Title: The Telephone and Telephone Exchanges Their ...
Publisher: Longmans, Green & Co, London, New York, Bombay, Calcutta, Madras
Publication Date: 1915
Binding: Cloth
Condition: Good
Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating history of the telephone, tracing its evolution from a mere idea to a revolutionary communication device. It explores the journey of inventors and their relentless pursuit of transmitting the spoken word across distances. The narrative unfolds against the backdrop of a time when communication was limited to physical proximity or rudimentary signaling systems. The book delves into the scientific principles of sound and electricity, revealing the challenges faced by early pioneers. It highlights the ingenuity and perseverance of individuals who dared to dream of a world connected by voice. Readers will discover the intricate interplay of technical innovation, commercial enterprise, and political influences that shaped the telephone industry. The author expertly weaves together the stories of key figures, groundbreaking inventions, and the societal impact of this transformative technology. This book offers a captivating exploration of human ingenuity and the power of communication, leaving readers with a profound appreciation for the telephone's enduring legacy. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330655283_0
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Seller: Best Price, Torrance, CA, U.S.A.
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781330655283
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781330655283
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Seller: Ria Christie Collections, Uxbridge, United Kingdom
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Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Delivered from our UK warehouse in 4 to 14 business days. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # L0-9781017196061
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Seller: S N Books World, Delhi, India
LeatherBound. Condition: New. Leatherbound edition. Condition: New. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. Pages: 592. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1915 edition. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. IF YOU WISH TO ORDER PARTICULAR VOLUME OR ALL THE VOLUMES YOU CAN CONTACT US. Resized as per current standards. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Language: English Pages: 592. Seller Inventory # LB100158161184
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Seller: True World of Books, Delhi, India
LeatherBound. Condition: New. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1915 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Pages: 593 NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 593. Seller Inventory # LB990006817508
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