Projectile Technology (105 results)

Hardback. Condition: Good. Historian Alfred W. Crosby looks at hard, accurate throwing and the manipulation of fire as unique human capabilities. Humans began throwing rocks in prehistory and then progressed to javelins, atlatls, bows and arrows. We learned to make fire by friction and used it to cook, drive game, burn out rivals, and alter landscapes. In historic times we invented catapults, trebuchets, and such flammable liquids as Greek Fire. About 1,000 years ago we invented gunpowder, which accelerated the rise of empires and the advance of European imperialism. In the 20th century, gunpowder weaponry enabled us to wage the most destructive wars of all time, peaking at the end of World War II with the V-2 and atomic bomb. Today, we have turned our projectile talents to space travel which may make it possible for our species to migrate to other bodies of our solar system and even other star systems.…

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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. First Edition. With dust jacket. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Former library book; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Condition: Good. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Hardback. Condition: Good. Historian Alfred W. Crosby looks at hard, accurate throwing and the manipulation of fire as unique human capabilities. Humans began throwing rocks in prehistory and then progressed to javelins, atlatls, bows and arrows. We learned to make fire by friction and used it to cook, drive game, burn out rivals, and alter landscapes. In historic times we invented catapults, trebuchets, and such flammable liquids as Greek Fire. About 1,000 years ago we invented gunpowder, which accelerated the rise of empires and the advance of European imperialism. In the 20th century, gunpowder weaponry enabled us to wage the most destructive wars of all time, peaking at the end of World War II with the V-2 and atomic bomb. Today, we have turned our projectile talents to space travel which may make it possible for our species to migrate to other bodies of our solar system and even other star systems.…

Condition: good. This book is in good condition and may show some wear on the book cover.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. xii + 206 pp. Rubber-stamped on first page. book.

Paperback. Condition: As new. xii + 206 pp. book.

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. 1st Edition. Cambridge University Press 2002; First Edition; Hard cover with dust jacket, 206 pages with b&w illustrations; book and jacket are Near Fine; clean and tight.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Torn/worn dj. Good hardcover with some shelfwear; may have previous owner's name inside. Standard-sized.

Cloth. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good+. Textblock is very clean and tight. Covers slightly edge and corner rubbed. Dust jacket slightly edge and corner rubbed; small tear on front cover. 206p., including index. Size: 8vo - Over 7 3/4" -9 3/4 " Tall. Hardcover.

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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. The book has a slight amount of shelf wear.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. VERY GOOD+ hardcover, no marks in text, very clean exterior. Book.

Hardcover. Condition: Used Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. Firefly sells new and used books through our store front. We try to add a detailed description to as many titles as possible. If you have questions regarding this title, please contact us. Photos available on request.

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. ".looks at hard, accurate throwing and the manipulation of fire as unique human capabilities." 206 pages, black line on bottom page edge; 6 1/8 x 9 1/8 " Near Fine in As New dust jacket.

hardcover. Condition: Good. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read but remains in clean condition. All of the pages are intact and the cover is intact and the spine may show signs of wear. The book may have minor markings which are not specifically mentioned. Ex library copy with usual stamps & stickers.…

Hardback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Remainder mark. Very clean. Pictures on request.

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. VERY GOOD softcover, no marks in text, tight uncreased spine, clean exterior, appears unread. Book.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. Very good condition. Spine tips are lightly bumped. 206 pages with index and 16 illustrations.

Condition: Very Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

hardcover. Condition: Like New. Remainder mark. Minimal shelf wear, clean internals.

hardcover. Condition: Used-Very Good. dj. First Edition. Cloth, dj. Light shelf-wear. Clean copy.

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. 8vo, Hardback with Unclipped Dust Jacket. Xii + 206 Pages. Illustrations. Overall A Near Fine Copy in Likewise Dust Jacket. Extra postage costs may apply to overseas orders. All books posted in Sturdy Book Box.