Pickett Lemcoe (4 results)

Pamphlet. Condition: Very Good. Vol 64, No 10, pp. 1579-1586, Illus, Extracted from orig vol, thus begins with title page, trimmed & stapled pamphlet, else VG.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating but often overlooked realm of sound recording preservation. The author, a leading expert in the field, explores the challenges of maintaining the integrity of phonograph discs and magnetic tapes, recognizing the historical and cultural significance of these recordings. The book's meticulous research, supported by a grant from the Rockefeller Foundation, unveils the intricacies of degradation in these materials. The author examines the science behind material deterioration, including the impact of manufacturing techniques, handling practices, and environmental factors. The book delves into the complex interaction of plastics, additives, and the role of fungi in accelerating decay. The work provides valuable insights into the challenges of predicting shelf life and developing methods for effectively preserving these valuable recordings for future generations. This book serves as a crucial resource for librarians, archivists, and anyone passionate about safeguarding the legacy of sound recordings. 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.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Ohio: Aeroautical Systems Division, Air Force Systems Command, United States Air Force, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, 1961. xv, 222 pp. 28 x 22 cm. Yellow stiff paper covers with black lettering to front, bound with a Tatum metal prong fastener. Title handwritten in black ink on spine. Rubbing and some soil to covers, with previous owners' names written in black ink at head of front cover. Interior is clean and unmarked. Binding firm, but with some light rusting to metal fastener. Quite uncommon, with only five copies of this printing in holding according to OCLC. Soft Cover. Very Good.

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1959 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: 90 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: 90.