Published by Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 0282159797 ISBN 13: 9780282159795
Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book provides an exhaustive examination of electricity and its applications in the modern world. The author delves into the history of electrical phenomena, tracing its understanding from ancient observations to the present day. The text explores the fundamental principles of electricity, delving into concepts like induction, potential, and Ohm's law. It then examines the practical applications of electricity, including its use in lighting, electroplating, and as a power source for motors and generators. The book also discusses the transformative effects of electricity on industries and everyday life, including the development of telegraphy, telephony, and electric transportation. The author concludes by highlighting the ongoing advancements in electrical technology, emphasizing the immense potential of electricity to shape the future. This book offers a comprehensive and engaging exploration of electricity, making it an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to understand this essential force that has revolutionized our world. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item.
Published by Kegan Paul, Trench, Trubner & Co, London, United Kingdom, 1891
Seller: RIVERLEE BOOKS, Waltham Cross, HERTS, United Kingdom
Hardcover. Condition: Fair. 2nd Edition. FairLarge format Hardcover. No Dustjacket. Spine a little weak. Blue cloth boards with gilt lettering/ emblem to spine/ front cover. Wear to corners Spine sun-faded. Age tanning and may be folding to pages and marks but otherwise text block in fair condition. Owner's name on flyleaf. Ex-library copy with usual markings and labels. A heavy volume which may incur extra charges for overseas posting. Spine and cover heavily sun-faded and marked. Dustjacket price-clipped. Top edges of pages dust-darkened Glossy pictorial boards.
Published by Charles Scribner's Sons, New York, 1891
Seller: Midway Book Store (ABAA), St. Paul, MN, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Reprint. 22.5 x 16 cm. Octavo. xvii 288pp. Extensively illustrated with diagrams, drawings, portraits. Bound in decorative 19th century cloth. Scuffing to the covers. Small closed tear at bottom of front cover hinge. Internally nice. Binding is tight.
Published by NY Charles Scribners sons.1890 first edition, 1890
Seller: The Compulsive Collector, New York NY, NY, U.S.A.
First Edition
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Decorated blue Hard Cover large Quarto.288 PP Many Illustations. very good, Strong and tight copy. a private Contemporary inscription from the date of publication is writen on front end paper.very Scarce.