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Just Listed: Dictionary of Terms Used in Architecture and Building 1909

2009-11-21T20:09:08-05:00

This is a rare and hard to find, hard cover, 1st edition of ″A Dictionary of Terms Used in Architecture and Building″, ″COMPILED FROM THE BEST AUTHORITIES, PROFUSELY ILLUSTATED″ Publisher ″INDUSTRIAL PUBLICATION COMPANY 1909″ COPYRIGHT SECURED 1909 BY INDUSTIAL PUBLICATION COMPANY″. This book has a a good green cloth covered hard cover, slight fading on the color, some minor edge dings, and two small spot where the cloth is torn through on the side edge of the front and back cover, otherwise very clean. The front cover is marked in white lettering ″DICTIONARY OF ARCHITECTURAL AND BUILDING TERMS″, slightly diffent title word order than the inside title mentioned earlier. The white lettering on the front cover is worn off in some spots but legiable. The spine title is pressed, but no lettering color, a bit hard to see. The hardcover has 104 pages. Many of the terms defined are terms used for various building features from the Roman era, to present. Lots of illustrations! This book measures 5 x 7.5″. Also included is a folded group of reference architectural that also has a few additional pages of ornamental architectural pictures, most not shown in the book. These pages were folding and in the book when I bought it, so I am including them in this offer! Many designs that are not in most books I have seen on this subject!

Just Listed: Steam Engines Turbines Book Set International Textbook 1939

2009-11-21T20:09:08-05:00

Offering this very nice set of 7 different volumes on similar subject matter, Steam turbines, engines, boilers etc.. All are in very good used condition, all have dark blue semi-hard covers with gold lettering on the spine, and raise lettering on the front cover, inside a fancy designed logo. All are published by International Textbook Company Scranton PA. U.S.A., and all are the same size and design 5" x 7.6". Copyright dates range from 1934 to 1939 on these 10 volumes, edition printing dates in this same year range. All have marbles inside cover pages, all have a red white and blue sticker on the inside blank page, small sticker with no writing on them. Here is a list of titles:
454 PUMPS FOR VARIOUS PURPOSES,
460C ENGINE MANAGEMENT AND INSTALLATION,
461B STEAM TURBINES AND CONDENSERS,
583 STEAM ENGINE TESTING,
348 MECHANICAL PRINCIPLES,
232B STRENGTH OF MATERIALS-STEAM BOILERS DESIGN,
218E STEAM BOILERS AND VALVE SETTING.
These numbers are volume numbers of a very large library of textbooks offered by this same company. The 7 numbered volumes listed are the select volumes offered in this sale, the same as in the pictures. Each book was written as a complete reference guide on the title subject. These are very well illustrated books, some have various types of diagrams, all designed for instruction on specifics about the title subject. Text is easy to understand. All these books have very clean pages, we couldn't find any with any damage to pages, or bindings, very clean overall. A few have very slight rubs on the spine or covers, but still rate in very good condition overall. A very nicely printed set of instruction books!

Just Listed: Electricity Wiring Book Set 10 Volumes International Textbook 1939

2009-11-21T20:09:08-05:00

Offering this very nice set of 10 different volumes on similar subject matter, electricity, wiring, meters, relays, motors etc.. All are in very good used condition, all have dark blue semi-hard covers with gold lettering on the spine, and raise lettering on the front cover, inside a fancy designed logo. All are published by International Textbook Company Scranton PA. U.S.A., and all are the same size and design 5" x 7.6". Copyright dates range from 1934 to 1939 on these 10 volumes, edition printing dates in this same year range. All have marbles inside cover pages, all have a red white and blue sticker on the inside blank page, small sticker with no writing on them. Here is a list of titles:
146E ELECTRICITY AND MAGNETISM,
147B D.C. MOTORS AND GENERATORS,
148B ALTERNATING CURRENTS,
150C RECTIFIERS-CONVERTERS-MOTOR APPLICATIONS,
155D SWITCHGEAR AND VOLTAGE REGULATION,
158 ELECTRONIC TUBES-CONTROL OR LIGHTING CIRCUITS,
549B PRACTICAL ELECTRICAL WIRING
562 RELAYS AND ELECTORMAGNETS
577B WATTHOUR METERS,
603 THEORY OF INDUSTIAL ELECTORNIC TUBES.
These numbers are volume numbers of a very large library of textbooks offered by this same company. The 10 numbered volumes listed are the select volumes offered in this sale, the same as in the pictures. Each book was written as a complete reference guide on the title subject. These are very well illustrated books, some have various types of diagrams, all designed for instruction on specifics about the title subject. Text is easy to understand. All these books have clean pages, with a few minor exceptions, some minor spotting on about 10 pages of the last two volumes mentioned, we couldn't find any with any damage to pages, or bindings, very clean overall. A few have very slight rubs on the spine or covers, but still rate in very good condition overall. A very nicely printed set of instruction books!

Just Listed: Audels Engineers & Mechanics Guide Set 8 vols. 1921

2009-11-21T20:09:08-05:00

This is a clean set of Audels Engineers & Mechanics Guide Set, a complete set of 8 volumes printed in 1921 and copyright in 1921, a first edition set. A great reference book sets for information on machanical issues from the 1940's. Each book is 5" x 6.7" has a black leather like pressed cloth semi soft boards, gold gilt spine lettering, and gold pages edges. These are in good to good++ condition, covers are clean, very little wear overall. Spines are all tight except a slight seperation from the binding on volumes 4 & 6, on the exterior, inside papers are fine. Pages are very clean on volumes 1-6 & 8, Volume 7 has about 10 pages with a minor stain, and slight waveiness to the top section of those pages, no text damage, all pages readable. Good tight bindings, some minor wear on the gold page edges, but about 95% intact, very nice looking books overall. A nice set of books covering steam, marine, turbine, gasoline and oil engines, and valves, corliss engines, valves, air compressors, pumps, fire engines, concrete mixers, dredges, steam shovels, steam hammers, pile drivers, trenching machinery, steam turbines, rotary engines, lubricates, heating, steam boilers, and installing heating systems, refrigeration, cranes and elevators, and in volumes 8 wiring and electrical systems. Lots of good information in this very clean 1st edition book/guide set!

Just Listed: Machanical Drawing Book Set International Textbook 1939

2009-11-21T20:09:08-05:00

Offering this very nice set of 4 different volumes on similar subject matter including mechanical and geometrical drawing, chemistry, and slide rule trigonometry. All are in very good used condition, all have dark blue semi-hard covers with gold lettering on the spine, and raise lettering on the front cover, inside a fancy designed logo. All are published by International Textbook Company Scranton PA. U.S.A., and all are the same size and design 5″ x 7.6″. Copyright dates range from 1935 to 1939 on these 4 volumes, edition printing dates in this same year range. All have marbles inside cover pages, all have a red white and blue sticker on the inside blank page, small sticker with no writing on them. Here is a list of titles: 145B TRIGONOMETRY-SLIDE RULE-MECHANICS, 163C GEOMETRICAL DRAWING, 211 CHEMISTRY, AND MATERIALS OF CONSTRUCTION, 212 MECHANICAL DRAWING. These numbers are volume numbers of a very large library of textbooks offered by this same company. The 4 numbered volumes listed are the select volumes offered in this sale, the same as in the picture. These are very well illustrated books, some have fold-out type diagrams, all designed for instruction on specifics about the title subject. Text is easy to understand. All these books have very clean pages, we couldn't find any with any damage to pages, or bindings, very clean overall. A few have very slight rubs on the spine or covers, but still rate in very good condition overall. A very nicely printed set of instruction books!

Just Listed: Household Searchlight Recipe Book 1947

2009-11-21T20:09:08-05:00

Offering this good clean 1947 edition of the Household Searchlight Recipe Book (cookbook), published by the Household Magazine, 1947. Black cloth hardboards with decorative red lettering and graphic on front, red lettering on spine. Good condition overall with some issues noted, no spine cracks, minor small stains here and there on the cover, some minor fraying on spine edges and corners. Colorful end papers, secure hinges. Pages are good, no tears or scribbles, slight age toning, a few specks or spots and just a few page, overall very clean pages. This book features the old tab indexes for each category, in this case a past owner covered each tab text area with clear tape many years ago, the tape is holding, but has darkened over the years, as seen in the picture, text is legible, very slight wear & age toning, still very readable however the tabs have curled significantly. A great old recipe book filled with hundreds of wonderful recipes!

Just Listed: Household Searchlight Recipe Book 1940

2009-11-21T20:09:08-05:00

Offering this wonderful 1940 edition of the Household Searchlight Recipe Book (cookbook), published by the Household Magazine, 1940. Black cloth hard-boards with decorative floral and checkerboard designs, raised orange cottage scene and lettering on front; orange lettering on spine. Good condition, no spine cracks, some edge and corner rubs, some in corners, and a few edges have small area worn though the cloth cover material, still look good overall. Pages are clean (a few pages have tiny margin smudges on one them, minor size; no tears or scribbles, slight age toning & a some small spots on inside back end paper. We note some light tiny spot on the back cover, otherwise the cover is very clean. This book features the nice tab indexes for each category at the edge of the pages, (slight edge rolling and toning, still readable). A great old recipe book filled with hundreds of wonderful recipes! Media Mail Insured shipping is $6.00, faster options available at additional cost.

Just Listed: Household Searchlight Recipe Book 1941 Cookbook

2009-11-21T20:09:08-05:00

Offering this wonderful 1941 edition of the Household Searchlight Recipe Book (cookbook), published by the Household Magazine, copyright 1931,1937 by Arthur Capper, printed in 1941, the 14th printing. Black cloth hardboards with checkerboard floral pattern; raised detailed lettering and cottage in the trees in orange on front; orange lettering on spine. Good++ condition, no spine cracks, mild corner and spine edge rubs; a tiny dent on the front cover, hard to see, but noted. Orange end papers with a few marks from where past sticky notes were pasted there, not torn. Pages are very good and clean, no tears or scribbles, slight age toning on tabs, bit of curling also, letters are still very legible; these are all minor imperfections that do not affect the text of hundreds of delicious recipes! This book bears the old tab indexes for each category, and each category also has an addition index at the tab marker page, so finding your recipe is fast and easy! A great old recipe book favorite for over 70 years, filled with hundreds of wonderful recipes - even how to can vegetables in the oven!

Just Listed: Household Searchlight Recipe Book 1938 Cookbook

2009-11-21T20:09:08-05:00

Offering this wonderful 1938 edition of the Household Searchlight Recipe Book (cookbook), published by the Household Magazine, copyright 1931, 1937 by Arthur Capper, printed in 1938, the 11th printing. Black cloth hardboards with checkerboard floral pattern; raised detailed lettering and cottage in the trees in orange on front; orange lettering on spine. Very good condition, no spine cracks, mild corner and spine edge rubs. Pages are good and clean, no tears or scribbles, slight age toning on tabs, bit of curling also, letters are still very legible; these are all minor imperfections that do not affect the text of hundreds of delicious recipes! This book bears the old tab indexes for each category, and each category also has an addition index at the tab marker page, so finding your recipe is fast and easy! A great old recipe book favorite for over 70 years, filled with hundreds of wonderful recipes - even how to can vegetables in the oven!

Just Listed: Garden Nouveau Quilts

2009-11-21T20:09:08-05:00

The flowing style and organic motifs of Vicky's original designs hark back to a time when traditional and contemporary tastes were combining for a new (nouveau) look. Use any of the 10 blocks in any of the seven projects to complement or become the basis for a unique style. Designed as hand appliqué work that is easily portable, these patterns can also be fused for quicker results. Projects include fun ideas such as a sachet cover, bolster, and tote, as well as the original bed-size quilt and miniature version, a wallhanging, and table runner. Beginners will learn the basics of appliqué; experienced sewers will appreciate the clear patterns and directions.

Just Listed: Small Quilts, Big Events

2009-11-21T20:09:08-05:00

This book includes 12 pieced and fused 15″ x 16″ projects using batik and repurposed felted wool, all centered on the theme of "being thankful for those who make a difference in our lives." With its 13 simple silhouettes, 12 different quilt blocks, and a complete alphabet, quilters can make a project as shown or create their own heartfelt gift. Small Quilts, Big Events is suitable for quilters of any level. Clear instructions show how to construct the basic quilt and personalize it for the recipient. Sew the blocks by machine or by hand and embellish according to the quilter's skills or desire.

Just Listed: Patchwork 4 Ways

2009-11-21T20:09:08-05:00

Master just four simple blocks and you're on your way to an endless variety of quilt designs! Use one or a combination of blocks to make these 16 charming quilts, culminating in the stunning Cabins in the Stars quilt using all four blocks. It's never been easier! Just seven simple square and rectangular shapes make up the four basic blocks. You see triangles, but there aren't any to cut or sew! Complete yardage and cutting instructions are given for multiple sizes for the 17 different quilts along with easy-to-follow, step-by-step illustrations. Want to design your own block? Kathleen provides a conversion chart and worksheet so figuring your own yardage is a snap.

Just Listed: Collecting Costume Jewelry 303

2009-11-21T20:09:08-05:00

Have you ever wondered why collectors flip-over a piece of costume jewelry to examine the back? Julia C. Carroll's newest book, Collecting Costume Jewelry 303: The Flip Side answers this question. Included in this comprehensive volume are over 1,200 photographs of collectible costume jewelry designs for 97 companies. Detailed, close-up photographs of hardware traits, construction elements, interesting stones, and signatures are provided for each piece. An entire chapter is dedicated to stones, providing the reader with basic information on stone shapes, nomenclature, and composition followed by an informative stone glossary. Interesting illustrations from a vintage hardware catalog help collectors learn the industry names for jewelry findings. Plump with information, this volume also includes amazing interviews with the families of Sandor Goldberger and Yoneguma & Kiyoka Takahashi accompanied by rare examples of jewelry from their private collections. Finally, for fun, this captivating book explores the subject of craft jewelry in the 1960s and 1970s. Colorful examples of craft jewelry, coupled with illustrations from hobby magazines, help collectors distinguish these recreational pieces from higher-quality collectible costume jewelry designs.