Geer William C (9 results)

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. First UK edition. Octavo in blue boards, gilted spine, frontis, b/w plates, illus, maps, index. A number of interesting b/w photoplates. // history of rubber; Brazil, Southeast Asiai. Erasure tracings of previous owner signature(s) to front endpaper; else a very clean and tight copy. Very Good (++) to Near Fine (-) altogether.…

First Edition, First Printing. -- The author states that rubber manufacturing used to be secretive, but after the Great War ideas were exchanged. Information on rubber cook-book, bicycle tire, health implements, gas masks, balloons, etc. Many photographs. Index. -- Hardcover, 344 pages. Condition: very good (owner ink notes on blank endsheets; no jacket). …

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. 1st Edition. First Edition/Printing. Both book and dust jacket (in protector) are in Fine condition. A sharp copy of this Young Adult SF tale of First Contact. Charles Geer (illustrator).

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a fascinating journey into the world of rubber, from its humble origins to its modern-day versatility. The author, one of the industry's pioneers, shares his firsthand experiences and insights into the remarkable transformation of rubber. Tracing the evolution of an industry that began with a chance discovery, the book delves into the scientific breakthroughs that made rubber both durable and practical. It explores the challenges and triumphs of early inventors, the birth of industrial giants, and the myriad applications of rubber that have revolutionized transportation, healthcare, and countless other aspects of our lives. Beyond its historical narrative, the book delves into the science behind rubber's unique properties, examining the complex chemistry that gives it strength, elasticity, and resistance to wear. It also discusses the groundbreaking research that has led to the development of new types of rubber with even more extraordinary capabilities. Ultimately, the book highlights the essential role that rubber plays in our daily lives. It is a testament to the human ingenuity that has harnessed the power of nature to create a material that has transformed industries, improved our well-being, and shaped the course of history. 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. …

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. 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. Reprinted from 1906 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 and contains approximately 22 pages. 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.…