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Soft cover. Condizione: Very Good. Very Good condition. Content clean and unmarked, binding strong. Black & white photos. Bibliography.

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

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

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating world of historic lighthouses, offering a comprehensive guide to their preservation and maintenance. As the era of manned lighthouses draws to a close, the need to protect these iconic structures becomes ever more critical. The author emphasizes the importance of understanding the historical significance and unique construction of each lighthouse to ensure their proper care. Readers will embark on a journey through the evolution of lighthouse construction technology, from early wooden structures to the robust concrete towers of the twentieth century. The book explores various materials and structural systems, including wood, brick, masonry, concrete, cast iron, and other metals, providing valuable insights into their preservation challenges and solutions. With a focus on practical guidance, this book presents a wealth of information on investigating, evaluating, and preserving historic materials. It covers topics such as cyclical maintenance, paint removal, repointing mortar joints, and the use of substitute materials, offering valuable insights for professionals and enthusiasts alike. Case studies of specific lighthouse preservation projects provide real-world examples of successful restoration efforts. By shedding light on the technical aspects of lighthouse preservation, this book empowers readers to safeguard these beacons of maritime heritage for generations to come. 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. Condizione: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1989 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: 54 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: 54.…