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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 1983. North America, Native Americans. Southern Illinois University Press. Very good cloth, no dust jacket 466p. 5/23.

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine with no dust jacket. Anthropology of a headwaters area of Chaco Wash, New Mexico. 466 pages.; 6 x 9 ".

Hardcover. Condition: As New. 1st Edition. 466 pp., Illus, Brn Illus Hardback, As New, 1st ed.

paperback. Condition: Very Good. Third. Very good paperback from a personal collection (NOT ex-library). Spine is uncreased, binding tight and sturdy; exterior shelfwear is minor save curling to corners. Text is also very good and interior appears free of markings. Ships same or next day from Dinkytown, Minneapolis, Minnesota.…

Hard Cover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: No Dust Jacket Present. 466 pages, illustrated, with photos, Plates and Tables and Figures. "The Star Lake Archaeological Research Project was contracted by the Peabody Coal Company as part of its evalutation of the resources contained within a planned strip-mining area in northwestern New Mexico. The findings presented were are the result of seven weeks of field work and six months of laboratory analysis." FINE HARDCOVER. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.…

Hardback. No Dustjacket. First Printing. Tight Bright Attractive Copy With No Markings To The Book. Near Fine Condition. ISBN 0-8093-0949-1.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. First. Book may have light wear and tear due to storage and age. May have old price on inside cover. May be price clipped. Spine is intact, in good condition, clean. Pages are intact, in good condition, clean. No other marks or writing noted unless specified. None of the defects detract from the readability! From a non-smoking environment.…

Carbondale and Edwardsville: Southern Illinois University Press, (1983). Publications in Archaeology, George J. Gumerman, general editor. Original cloth, illustrated, 466 pp. Anthropology of a Headwaters Area of Chaco Wash, New Mexico. A Very Good copy.

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - What if a tractor could change the way the world farms Fendt: The Rise of a Farming Engineering Giant takes you deep inside the remarkable evolution of agricultural machinery, from the early days of horse-powered fields in 1930s Bavaria to today's intelligent, digitally connected farming systems.This is not just a story of machines. It is a story of survival, innovation, and risk. It begins with the 'Dieselross', a small 6HP breakthrough designed to make farmers trust mechanization in a world that still depended on horses. It moves through the harsh realities of war and fuel scarcity, where engineering became a fight for survival, forcing machines to run on alternative power sources just to keep agriculture alive.As demand for power grew, so did the pressure to solve one of engineering's biggest contradictions: how to combine efficiency with full control. Traditional gear systems struggled. Hydrostatic systems wasted energy. The solution led to one of the most important breakthroughs in agricultural engineering history, the Vario continuously variable transmission, a system that removed gear shifting entirely and introduced smooth, uninterrupted power delivery under load.From the shock of the 926 Vario in 1995 to global expansion under AGCO, and later innovations like VarioDrive, VarioGrip, and FendtONE digital platforms, the journey reveals how farming machinery evolved from pure mechanical force into intelligent, data-driven systems designed to reduce waste in every form.This book is for farmers, engineers, machinery enthusiasts, students of innovation, and anyone curious about how real-world engineering decisions shape the tools that feed the world. Whether you are interested in agricultural history, mechanical breakthroughs, or modern smart farming systems, this story shows how far one idea can travel when pressure, vision, and engineering meet.If you want to understand how farming moved from horsepower to intelligent systems, and how one name helped redefine that transition, this book will pull you in.Step inside the evolution. Discover the engineering. Experience the rise. …

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Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - ROLLS-ROYCESteel, Smoke, and SurvivalFrom a Small Workshop in Manchester to the Pinnacle of Luxury Cars, Aircraft Engines, and Global PrestigeHow did a small engineering partnership become one of the most respected names in the world Behind every Rolls-Royce is far more than polished metal, handcrafted luxury, and unmatched performance. It is a story of bold ambition, brilliant engineering, financial crises, world wars, groundbreaking inventions, and an unwavering commitment to excellence that transformed a modest British workshop into a global symbol of prestige.ROLLS-ROYCE: Steel, Smoke, and Survival takes you on an unforgettable journey through more than a century of innovation, resilience, and remarkable achievements. Discover how two determined visionaries challenged the limits of engineering, built automobiles that redefined luxury, developed aircraft engines that helped shape aviation history, survived economic collapse, navigated changing industries, and created a legacy admired across every continent.Inside this fascinating book, you will discover: - The inspiring origins of Rolls-Royce and the remarkable partnership that started it all.- The engineering breakthroughs that changed the future of transportation.- How world events, including two global wars, transformed the company's destiny.- The rise of legendary luxury automobiles that became symbols of success and excellence.- The extraordinary evolution of Rolls-Royce aircraft engines and aerospace innovation.- The challenges, setbacks, financial struggles, and remarkable comebacks that nearly changed history forever.- How Rolls-Royce continues to influence modern engineering, luxury, aviation, and advanced technology around the world.Whether you are an automobile enthusiast, aviation lover, engineering student, business professional, history reader, entrepreneur, or simply someone who enjoys remarkable stories of innovation and perseverance, this book offers a captivating look behind one of the world's most iconic brands.This is not just the history of a company. It is the story of vision overcoming doubt, craftsmanship defeating compromise, and relentless determination creating a legacy that continues to inspire generations.If you have ever wondered what truly makes Rolls-Royce one of the most respected names on Earth, this book will give you the answer.Scroll up, click 'Buy Now,' and discover the extraordinary story behind the steel, smoke, survival, and timeless excellence of Rolls-Royce.…

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Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - What if everything you thought you understood about a story was only the surface CUMMINS: What Was Never Meant to Be Seen pulls readers deep into a layered investigation built entirely from primary transcripts, real accounts, and overlooked details that were never fully explained in public view. This is not just a retelling of events-it is a structured reconstruction of conversations, decisions, silences, and turning points that shaped outcomes behind closed doors.Within these pages, hidden conversations are brought to light, forgotten voices are re-examined, and critical moments are broken down to reveal what truly influenced the course of events. As patterns emerge and connections are uncovered, readers are taken beyond headlines into the raw, unfiltered reality that was often simplified, misunderstood, or never seen at all.This book is for readers who question official narratives, who seek depth beyond surface reporting, and who want to understand not just what happened-but why it happened, who influenced it, and what was left out of the story entirely. It speaks to thinkers, researchers, students of human behavior, and anyone drawn to investigative storytelling, real-world analysis, and truth-seeking narratives.If you have ever wondered how much of a story is never told, this book will challenge the way you read events forever.Expect clarity. Expect tension. Expect revelations hidden in plain sight.Because sometimes, the most important parts of a story are not what was said-but what was never meant to be seen.Start reading today and uncover what was left behind the headlines.…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - Some histories are written in headlines. Others move in silence, carried across miles of track that most people never question. Robert G. LeTourneau's Overland Train: Inside America's Secret Military Rail Network pulls readers into that quieter side of history, where rail lines became more than transportation routes and instead formed part of a hidden system tied to strategy, logistics, and national readiness.Set against the backdrop of post-World War II tension and Cold War uncertainty, this book explores how military thinking evolved beyond battlefields into infrastructure, movement, and timing. It reveals how specialized rail operations were designed, how secrecy shaped every stage of planning, and how entire movements of supplies and personnel could pass through familiar landscapes without drawing attention.But this is not only a story about machines and routes. It is also about the people behind them. Soldiers, engineers, and support crews worked within strict boundaries of confidentiality, balancing ordinary duties with extraordinary responsibility. Their decisions, discipline, and adaptability kept complex operations functioning under conditions where visibility was a risk in itself.Inside these pages, readers will follow the structure, technology, and planning behind these rail systems, along with the challenges that came with operating in silence. You will also find analysis that separates assumption from documented reality, showing how myths formed around these trains and why they continue to capture attention today.This book is for readers who are drawn to military history, hidden systems, logistics strategy, Cold War operations, and untold stories behind national infrastructure. Whether you are a researcher, history enthusiast, or simply curious about what happens beyond the visible world, this work offers a deeper look into a network that operated just out of sight.If you have ever wondered how much of history moves quietly in the background, this is your invitation to step inside that world and see it differently. …

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - What really happens when two industrial giants are pushed to the edge of survival CASE: The Deal They Didn't Want pulls you deep into one of the most intense corporate turning points in machinery industry history, where strategy stopped being optional and became a matter of survival. This is not a story of expansion for ambition's sake. It is a story of pressure, timing, and decisions made when every option carries consequences.Inside these pages, you will follow the rise and strain of CASE and International Harvester as market forces tighten, competition intensifies, and internal realities begin to shift. What looks like a business agreement on the surface hides a deeper layer of boardroom tension, negotiation battles, and strategic moves that were never fully visible to the public.Who made the critical calls Why did resistance inside CASE slowly turn into acceptance What pressures forced two powerful names into the same direction at the same time And how did industry forces quietly shape outcomes long before any deal was announced This book breaks down the thinking, the pressure, and the hidden dynamics behind each stage of the process. From internal debates to external market forces, every chapter reveals how leadership is tested when certainty disappears and every decision carries weight.If you are interested in corporate strategy, real-world business power struggles, mergers and acquisitions, or the hidden side of industrial history, this book is for you. It is also for readers who want to understand how companies survive moments when standing still is no longer an option.This is more than a merger story. It is a study of pressure, power, and the difficult choices that reshape industries.If you are ready to see what was happening behind closed doors when everything changed, this is where the story begins.Grab your copy now and step inside the deal they never truly wanted, but could not avoid.…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - What if everything you've been told is only the surface of a far more complex reality Kenworth: Beneath the Surface pulls you into a gripping investigative journey that goes beyond headlines and public narratives to expose the deeper layers behind decisions, power, and perception. It reveals how events truly unfold when the official story ends and the unseen forces begin to shape outcomes.Through a carefully constructed narrative of analysis and storytelling, this book reconstructs events using voices from the ground, shifting timelines, overlooked details, and conflicting accounts that rarely reach the public eye. It exposes hidden patterns, contradictions, and the subtle mechanisms that influence decisions, while also revealing the emotional and human cost behind every action. Each page challenges assumptions and replaces surface-level understanding with deeper clarity.This is not just a story-it is an exploration of how reality is shaped, filtered, and sometimes distorted before it reaches the world. It invites readers to question what they know and reconsider how narratives are formed, controlled, and interpreted.Kenworth: Beneath the Surface is written for curious minds-students, researchers, journalists, analysts, and anyone who refuses to accept stories at face value. If you have ever suspected there is more beneath what you are told, this book is your invitation to look deeper.Step inside, follow the threads, and uncover what lies beyond perception. Get your copy today and discover the story behind the story. …

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Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - What really happens when power, strategy, and silence collide behind closed doors NEW HOLLAND: Empire Built Through Mergers pulls readers deep into a world where decisions are not just made-they are negotiated, contested, and quietly reshaped behind the scenes. This is more than a story. It is an investigative reconstruction of events, conversations, and conflicting accounts that expose how narratives are built, controlled, and sometimes distorted over time.Who can you trust when every voice tells a different version of the truth What happens when public perception begins to diverge from reality And how do hidden decisions-made away from the spotlight-shape outcomes that affect everything that follows Through a carefully structured narrative based on real transcripts and sourced material, this book uncovers early warning signs, critical turning points, and the human reactions that drive complex outcomes. It reveals the unseen dynamics of leadership, influence, conflict, and strategy that often remain buried beneath official statements and simplified explanations.WHY this book matters: It challenges readers to question what they are told and look beyond surface-level narratives.WHO should read it: Anyone interested in investigative storytelling, real-world power dynamics, business strategy, and hidden decision-making processes.WHEN to read it: If you've ever wondered 'what really happened behind the story,' this book is for you.From subtle early signals to major unfolding events, every chapter builds a deeper understanding of how systems operate and how truth is shaped in real time. Nothing is random. Everything connects.If you are ready to see beyond the official version and step into the layers beneath the story, then this book will change how you interpret information forever. Order now and uncover what was never meant to be fully seen. …

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - In the story of modern agriculture, few names carry as much quiet influence as Massey Ferguson. MASSEY FERGUSON: The Machines Behind Modern Farming takes you deep into the rise of a company that began in a small workshop and grew into a force that helped reshape how the world grows food.This is not just a story about tractors. It is a story about need, invention, struggle, and breakthrough. Long before modern automation and smart farming, there were engineers trying to solve a simple but urgent problem: how to help farmers do more with less. From early mechanical experiments to powerful machines that would eventually work across continents, this book traces how ideas became tools, and tools became global change.You will see how financial pressure, technical limits, and fierce competition shaped the journey. You will also discover how innovation survived those challenges, driven by people who believed farming could be faster, stronger, and more efficient without losing its human purpose. As the company expanded beyond its local roots, its machines began to appear in different parts of the world, adapting to new soils, climates, and farming needs, quietly transforming productivity and rural life.This book is for readers who want to understand the real story behind agricultural progress. It is for students, researchers, farmers, engineers, and anyone curious about how modern food production was built. It is also for readers who enjoy true industrial stories of resilience, invention, and global impact.If you have ever wondered how a simple workshop idea can grow into a global legacy, this book will take you there step by step. It reveals not just what was built, but why it mattered, who made it happen, and how those decisions still echo in fields around the world today.Open these pages and step into a journey of steel, soil, and vision. A story of machines, but also of people who changed what farming could be.…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - Hitachi: The Engineering That Built a NationWhat if the machines shaping modern Japan did not begin in power, but in repair Before global recognition, before industrial dominance, and before becoming a symbol of engineering excellence, Hitachi began as a small workshop buried inside the realities of mining operations. A place where broken machines were not just fixed, but studied. A place where failure quietly became the foundation of innovation.This book uncovers the hidden industrial evolution that transformed a repair shop into one of the world's most influential engineering forces. It is a journey through war, rebuilding, innovation, and expansion-where necessity shaped invention, and survival forced creativity into existence.From early electrical motors to heavy industrial machinery, from post-war reconstruction tools to hydraulic breakthroughs that changed global construction standards, this story reveals how engineering does not simply build machines-it builds nations.You will discover: - How Japan's industrial identity began in unexpected places- Why post-war survival forced radical engineering transformation- How simple repair work evolved into global technological leadership- The machines that helped rebuild an entire country- The rise of hydraulic innovation that reshaped construction worldwideThis is not just a corporate history. It is a deeper look into how innovation is born under pressure, how industries evolve through necessity, and how hidden decisions shape global progress.If you are fascinated by engineering history, industrial transformation, Japanese innovation, or untold stories behind global giants, this book will pull you deep into a world where machines, people, and history collide.Perfect for readers of industrial history, business evolution, engineering breakthroughs, and real-world innovation stories.The story is not finished. It was never meant to be.Start reading and uncover the engineering that helped build a nation.…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - Before highways fell silent, White Motor helped shape how America moved. Born in early 20th century Cleveland, it rose from workshops filled with steam, steel, and ambition. What began with experimental engineering and the breakthrough flash boiler soon grew into a machine-building force that carried presidents, broke early speed records, and redefined what vehicles could do.As the world changed, so did the company. White Motor shifted from passenger cars to rugged trucks built for farms, expanding highways, and eventually the battlefields of two world wars. Its vehicles moved supplies, saved lives, and earned national recognition. But growth brought pressure. Expansion, rising competition from Ford and General Motors, and internal decisions slowly pushed the company toward instability, turning innovation into a struggle to hold its ground.White Motor: Before the Roads Went Silent is a gripping historical account of ambition, power, and collapse. It reveals the rise of an industrial giant and the lessons hidden inside its fall, from leadership and innovation to risk and overreach. If you are drawn to business history, engineering stories, or real-world lessons on how empires are built and broken, this book is for you. Get your copy and step into the story behind the machines that once moved a nation.…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - What if everything you thought you knew about the story was only the surface CATERPILLAR Inc. The Story They Missed pulls back the curtain on a complex chain of events shaped by hidden decisions, silent influences, overlooked actions, and unanswered questions that never made it to the public eye. Beneath the headlines lies a deeper reality-one built on unspoken strategies, missing details, and moments that quietly shifted the outcome in ways most people never noticed.This book takes you beyond the official narrative and into the gaps between what was said and what was left unsaid. It pieces together fragmented signals, connects overlooked dots, and reveals how subtle choices can reshape entire outcomes over time. Every chapter challenges perception and invites you to question: What was intentionally missed What was never explained And what truths still remain in the shadows If you are someone who values clarity over confusion, truth over assumptions, and depth over surface-level explanations, this book was written for you. Whether you are a curious reader, an analyst of real-world events, a researcher of hidden systems, or simply someone who enjoys uncovering what others fail to see, this journey will keep you engaged from start to finish.Inside, you will experience a detailed exploration of events, patterns, and consequences that expose how easily narratives can be shaped, filtered, or misunderstood. It is not just a story-it is a breakdown of how reality can be constructed through what is included and what is left out.Who should read this Anyone who questions narratives. Anyone who looks deeper. Anyone who believes there is always more beneath the surface.The truth was never missing. it was just missed.Open this book and discover what was never fully told.…

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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Deutz: Steel, Smoke, and SurvivalThe Untold Story of the Engine That Transformed Industry, Survived Conflict, and Shaped the Modern WorldBefore modern transportation, advanced machinery, and the powerful systems that drive today's industries, there was a revolutionary idea that changed everything: the ability to create controlled power from within an engine itself.In the smoke-filled factories of the 19th century, where steam ruled the industrial world, one question challenged the future of engineering: Could there be a better, smaller, and more efficient way to generate power?The answer would come through the vision of Nicolaus Otto and the development of an engine technology that would reshape civilization.Deutz: Steel, Smoke, and Survival takes readers on an extraordinary journey through the rise of internal combustion, the birth of a revolutionary industrial force, and the remarkable story of a company that stood at the center of technological transformation.This is not just the story of an engine company.It is the story of ambition, innovation, competition, war, recovery, and reinvention.Inside these pages, readers will discover: - How the limitations of steam power created the need for a new industrial revolution- How Nicolaus Otto's experiments with controlled combustion changed the future of mechanical engineering- How the development of the four-stroke engine became one of the most important breakthroughs in industrial history- How Deutz evolved from experimental engineering into a global industrial force- How competition, changing markets, and technological rivalries shaped the future of engine development- How war tested the company, exposing the complex relationship between industry, production, and conflict- How rebuilding and adaptation allowed a historic engineering company to survive changing times- How the principles behind early combustion technology continue to influence modern infrastructure and technological systems todayFor history enthusiasts, engineering readers, entrepreneurs, innovators, and anyone fascinated by the stories behind the machines that built our world, this book offers a deeper look into the hidden forces that shaped modern civilization.You will discover how a single breakthrough idea could move from a fragile experiment in an uncertain era to a technology that transformed transportation, manufacturing, and global development.But this is also a story about survival.Because industries do not survive simply because they were once successful. They survive because they adapt, evolve, and continue finding relevance in a changing world.From the first sparks of innovation to the challenges of modern industry, Deutz: Steel, Smoke, and Survival reveals how one company became part of a much larger story about human creativity, technological progress, and the endless pursuit of better solutions.If you have ever wondered how the machines around us came to exist, why certain inventions changed the course of history, or how industrial giants endure through decades of uncertainty, this book belongs on your reading list.Open these pages and discover the remarkable journey of the engine that helped power the modern world. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…