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Hardcover. Condición: Fair. 1st Edition. Hardcover. Condition: Poor to Fair. No Jacket. 207 pages; Volume IV; Outline of Science - Part II, Chapters 1 through 10. Contents includes: Something for Nothing; New from Old; Modern Miracles; Cellulose; Mechanical; Defies the Elements; Electrical Slaves; Power; Waves; and Air Conquest. Pages tight; yellowing of the pages; no markings on pages; Dark red cloth cover with gold lettering on spine. Cloth covers may be stained, water marked and/or scratched. Lettering on spine may be less than legible. Always well packaged for shipping, with fast service. Any taxes required by destination will be added when purchase is finalized. If applicable, a book's size and weight may require additional postage. Make it yours. …

Hardcover. Condición: Fair. 1st Edition. Hardcover. Condition: Poor to Fair. No Jacket. 196 pages; Volume III, Part I; Outline of Science, Chapters 1 through 11. Contents include: The Universe; Celestial Phenomena; Earth; Earth Surface; Man; Fight for Life; Making Men; Structure of Matter; Enemies of Man; Plant Life; and Cultivation. Pages tight; yellowing of the pages; no markings on pages; Dark red cloth cover with gold lettering on spine. Cloth covers may be stained, water marked and/or scratched. Lettering on spine may be less than legible. Always well packaged for shipping, with fast service. Any taxes required by destination will be added when purchase is finalized. If applicable, a book's size and weight may require additional postage. Make it yours.…

Hardcover. Condición: Good. There is some wear to the cover. The book has wear on the corners. There may be some marks in or on the book. Books are stored on a bookshelf in A/C. They are in a dark room and are well maintained. If you have any questions or concerns about this book please contact me. Outline Of Science H Horton Sheldon 1929 Volume III Pocket Library of. the World's Essential Knowledge. There is some wear to the cover. The book has wear on the corners. There may be some marks in or on the book. Books are stored on a bookshelf in A/C. They are in a dark room and are well maintained. If you have any questions or concerns about this book please contact me. Listing and template services provided by inkFrog. Modified Item: No. Topic: Reference. Binding: Hardcover. Author: H Horton Sheldon. Subject: Reference. Language: English. Publisher: Funk & Wagnalls. Special Attributes: Dust Jacket. …

Hardcover. Condición: Good. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Good. Has DJ & Part I -- Man and His Environment.

Hardcover. Condición: Good. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Good. Has DJ & Part II.

Condición: Good. Funk and Wagnalls 1929 Hardcover. No jacket. Bumped red boards. Clean and tight.

Condición: Good. Funk and Wagnalls 1929 Hardcover. No jacket. Bumped red boards. Clean and tight.

Hardcover. Very Good with no dust jacket; Edgewear. ; Pocket Library of the World's Essential Knowledge; 207 pages.

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Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - 'Pocket Library of the World's Essential Knowledge-Volume IV-Outline of Science Part II Man's Material Achievements' is an insightful exploration into the history of human innovation and the practical application of scientific discovery. Written by H. Horton Sheldon, this volume serves as a bridge between theoretical scientific principles and the tangible advancements that have defined modern civilization.Focusing on man's material achievements, the work details the evolution of technology, engineering, and manufacturing. It examines the mechanical and industrial breakthroughs that enabled humanity to harness natural resources and transform the physical world. From the development of foundational tools to the complexities of modern machinery, the text provides a structured overview of how scientific knowledge was translated into material progress during the early 20th century.This work stands as a significant historical document for those interested in the history of technology and the popularization of science. It captures the spirit of an era characterized by rapid industrial growth and a profound belief in the power of human ingenuity. Ideal for students of history and science enthusiasts alike, this volume remains a clear and engaging record of the foundational technologies that shaped the contemporary world.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a comprehensive overview of the history and development of television and picture transmission technology. The author explores the evolution of the field from the early experiments of Bakewell and Bain to the more advanced systems in use today, providing a detailed account of various methods and techniques used in the process. The book also delves into the intricate details of the equipment and accessories employed in television, such as photoelectric cells, neon lamps, and cathode ray oscillographs, explaining their functions and applications. By tracing the development of television technology through the lens of history, the author offers a unique perspective on the evolution of this transformative medium, highlighting the challenges and innovations that have shaped its journey. 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.…

Buch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - 'Pocket Library of the World's Essential Knowledge-Volume IV-Outline of Science Part II Man's Material Achievements' is an insightful exploration into the history of human innovation and the practical application of scientific discovery. Written by H. Horton Sheldon, this volume serves as a bridge between theoretical scientific principles and the tangible advancements that have defined modern civilization.Focusing on man's material achievements, the work details the evolution of technology, engineering, and manufacturing. It examines the mechanical and industrial breakthroughs that enabled humanity to harness natural resources and transform the physical world. From the development of foundational tools to the complexities of modern machinery, the text provides a structured overview of how scientific knowledge was translated into material progress during the early 20th century.This work stands as a significant historical document for those interested in the history of technology and the popularization of science. It captures the spirit of an era characterized by rapid industrial growth and a profound belief in the power of human ingenuity. Ideal for students of history and science enthusiasts alike, this volume remains a clear and engaging record of the foundational technologies that shaped the contemporary world.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. …

Hardcover. Condición: Good. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Poor. 2nd Edition. Van Nostrand, 2nd ptg., New York, 1930. Hardcover. Condition: Good. x + 194pp. Hardback. 1 color plate plus 129 text illustrations, including many half-tones. Ex-library copy, with stickers on covers and stamps on end pages. Soiled gray covers, frayed head and toe, no DJ. Interior sheets unmarked. Fascinating look at the earliest days of television technology. …

Hardcover. Condición: Very Good. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Near Fine DJ. 1st Edition. X, 194 Pp + 1 Pp Ad At Rear. Beige Cloth Stamped In Black. First Lightly Used, Hinges Tight, No Marks Or Names, Light Bumping At Some Corners, Faint Mottling Or Loss Of Color To Cloth, Foxing Spots To Top Edges Of Covers And Top Edge Of Page Block, Contents Entirely Immaculate. Dj Is Bright Red, Very Slight Fading And Soiling To Spine, Tiny Losses At Two Upper Corners Of Spine And At Upper Front And Lower Right Tips. Harold Horton Sheldon (1893 -1964) Was A Canadian-American Physicist, Scientist, Inventor, Teacher, Editor And Author. He Was A Science Editor Who Wrote On Futuristic Subjects, Especially Pertaining To Human Space Travel. Sheldon Attended Queen's University In Kingston, Ontario Where He Received His Bachelor Of Arts Degree In 1916 And Master Of Arts Degree In 1917. He Received His Ph.D. In 1920 From The University Of Chicago And Was An Assistant Professor Of Physics There 1918 And 1919. He Later Attended Brooklyn Polytechnic Institute In New York City And Received A Degree In Electrical Engineering In 1934. Sheldon Became A Physics Instructor At The University Of Michigan In 1922. He Served As Science Editor Of The New York Herald-Tribune From 1927 To 1931. He Was A Professor At New York University From 1927 To 1941 And Dean At University Of Miami From 1946 To 1953. Sheldon Became A Professor At Roosevelt University In 1956 And Became The Chairman Of The Physics Department; In The 1960S He Was The Acting Dean Of Faculties And A Vice President Of The University Until His Death. He Was Science Editor Of The New York Herald Tribune From 1928 To 1931. For The Tribune He Wrote On Futuristic Subjects, That Ultimately Became Matters Of Scientific Interest To The General Public. Likewise, He Was The Prentice-Hall Science Editor. He Is Considered A Pioneer In Several Twentieth-Century Scientific Fields,[ And Was A Specialist In Several Areas Of Electronics. One Is The Conduction Of Electricity Through Crystals, Which Is The Basic Concept Of Modern-Day Electronic Integrated Circuits. Another Was The Field Of Ultra‐High‐Radio Frequencies. During World War Ii (1940-46), Sheldon Was An Independent Research And Development Engineer. He Was Named Research Professor Of Engineering At The University Of Miami After The War. In The Early 1950S He Was A Consultant To Several Industries, Companies, And Conglomerates. Sheldon Was A Scientist Who Was Ahead Of His Time, Especially In Space Travel Notions. In 1929 He Wrote About The Serious Possibility Of Man Visiting Other Planets Through The Use Of Rockets. He Wrote The Original Introduction To The Conquest Of Space By David Lasser, The First Book Written In English That Seriously Connected Rocketry With Space Travel And The Possibility Of One Day Man Visiting Other Planets. Sheldon Was The Third Ph.D. Member Of The Newly Formed American Interplanetary Society Founded In 1930 By G. Edward Pendray, David Lasser, And Others. Sheldon Invented A Precision Photoelectric Colorscope Measurement Instrument, More Accurate Than The Human Eye Could Detect. He Was A Pioneer In Neon Tube Designs, And In The Design Of Cold Cathode Rectifiers. He Was Also A Discoverer Of Selective Absorption Of Hydrogen And Nitrogen In Charcoals, And A Co-Discoverer Of The Actino-Electric Effect. Photographs and Diagrams Throughout (ilustrador).…