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

Condizione: New.

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

Condizione: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Condizione: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Condizione: New.

Paperback. Condizione: New.

Condizione: New.

Condizione: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Brand new. Excellent customer service.

Condizione: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Condizione: New.

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - From where do we speak.

Condizione: Very Good. First English language edition hard back binding in publisher's original decorated blue cloth covers, gilt and red title and author lettering to the spine and to the front cover. 8vo. 7½'' x 5¼''. Contains 188 [+ 24 page publisher's catalogue dated 1887-1888] printed pages of text with 4 full-page monochrome illustrations as called for. Name to the front free end paper, slight spine slant and in Very Good clean condition. Member of the P.B.F.A. CHILDREN'S & JUVENILE.

Four pages, folio, chipped with small loss of text. IN FRENCH. He begins: "Les nombreuses experiences que j'ai fait sur la lumiere electriquee l'appareil que j'ai confectionne me mettant en meme de pouvoir l'appliquer a l'eclairage des villes avec avantage et economie sur tout autre systeme". He discusses the expense of gas and gives a precis of his plan ("L'agende"), giving letters which correspond to a "dessin" which is not present, and listing his points with a little detail: un ballon de gaz; filet ensoie; cordes en soie; Lampe electrique . . .; deux cabines; contre poids; deux meches en charbon (lengthy description); un reflection en coupe parabolique; conducteur en Rubans de cuire; Etablissement au centre d'une ville d'ou eleverait sous les soirs le ball; fourneau; laboratoire; piles en fonction; poulie a tour mort. He mentions "difficultes meteorologique" in some detail, accidents caused by electrical phenomenon. "Je liens du Sieur Lasseigne . . . qui a fait plus de cinq cent ascensions en ballon . . . ." In the final paragraph he says: Je travaille a une regulation qui fonctionant avec un tres petit nombre des elements me permettait d'appliquer la lumiere electrique a l'eclairage des magasins et des coins de rue, j'en dormerai la description . . .[Signed] Charles Dubos. " Note: a Charles Dubos received an award for improvements to electrical lighting (1878) and invented something to improve the bicycle in 1868 (see Net). This may give some idea of when he was operating - and how much of a pioneer he was in street- and domestic lighting, at least in theory. IMage on request.

LeatherBound. Condizione: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1872 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. 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. Pages: 163 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: 163 Language: English.

Leather Bound. Condizione: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1872. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages: : - 160, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 160 160.