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  • Wet Britches and Muddy Boots

    A History of Travel in Victorian America

    by John H. White ...
    Series series Railroads Past and Present
    "Succeeds admirably as an introductory survey of the early American travel experience"—from the National Book Award-nominated author ( Journal of Transport History ).What was travel like in the 1880s? Was it easy to get from place to place? Were the rides comfortable? How long did journeys take? Wet Britches and Muddy Boots describes all forms of public transport from canal boats to oceangoing ... Read more

    $12.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Science of Locomotives: 4 Classic Books on Railway Engineering

    Locomotive Engine Running and Management, Illustrated Catalogue of Locomotives; Baldwin Locomotive Works, etc.

    by Baldwin Locomotive Works, Traveling Engineers' Association, John H. White, Angus Sinclair ...
    The Science of Locomotives: 4 Classic Books on Railway Engineering is a masterful compilation that traverses the realms of mechanical ingenuity and historical evolution. The anthology explores the dynamic themes of technological innovation and transportation triumph, showcasing a compelling range of literary stylesâ€"from technical manuals to reflective essays. These works collectively capture the ... Read more

    $1.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Inventions of the Past: 44 Books Reflecting on Centuries of Technological Innovations

    Stories of Useful Inventions, Marvels of Scientific Invention, Outspinning the Spider, etc.

    by James P. Boyd, Henry White Warren, A. Russell Bond, Hattie E. Macomber, Ray Stannard Baker, S. E. Forman, Willis Duff Piercy, M. Grace Fickett, Gertrude L. Stone, Archibald Williams, Derek J. de Solla Price, Russell Doubleday, Henry Bore, John H. White, American Railway Association, John Kimberly Mumford, Edwin A. Battison, Samuel Smiles, Harry E. Maule, Arthur May Mowry, William A. Mowry, Henry E. Baker, Rupert Sargent Holland, Abraham Lincoln, H. W. L. Hime, Henry Robinson, Edward W. Byrn, Grace Rogers Cooper, George Iles, Henry Dircks, Robert Routledge, Helen C. Knight, Theodore Low De Vinne, H. C. Forster, Harry Chase Brearley, Alfred Vail, George Grant, Elmer Ellsworth Burns, Thomas W. Corbin, Paul Severing ...
    Inventions of the Past: 44 Books Reflecting on Centuries of Technological Innovations presents a fascinating exploration of human ingenuity across time. This anthology collates an array of works that illuminate the remarkable journey of technological advancement, each piece a testament to the innovative spirit that has driven societies forward through the ages. From the groundbreaking ... Read more

    $1.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Introduction of the Locomotive Safety Truck

    Contributions from the Museum of History and Technology: Paper 24

    by John H. White ...
    In "Introduction of the Locomotive Safety Truck," John H. White meticulously explores a transformative innovation in railroad technology, ushering in an era of heightened safety for train operations. Written with clarity and precision, the text combines rigorous technical analysis with historical narrative, placing the safety truck within the broader context of 19th-century industrial advancements ... Read more

    $1.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

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    by Paul Dempsey ...
    Get Peak Performance from Two-Stroke EnginesDo you spend more time trying to start your weed trimmer than you do enjoying your backyard? With this how-to guide, you can win the battle with the temperamental two-stroke engine.Written by long-time mechanic and bestselling author Paul Dempsey, Two-Stroke Engine Repair & Maintenance shows you how to fix the engines that power garden equipment, ... Read more

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  • The Wonderful World of Model Trains: A Beginner's Guide to Building Your Own Model Railways and Creating Stunning Sceneries & Layouts

    by David B. Brokaw ...
    There's a nostalgia associated with model trains and railroading -- even if it's unspoken. Railroads take us back to an earlier era. A more basic time. When spending a week or more on a train was seen as a luxury -- an event in itself -- not at as merely a mode of transportation.You've probably already scouted some model railroad shows. You've no doubt recognized the camaraderie and the passion ... Read more

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  • Life of an Hvac/R Technician

    by John Schaub ...
    TheLife of an HVAC/R Technician contains a detailed explanation of troubleshooting techniques and answers to many question of how and why systems have failed. This book will save you precious time, money and accelerate your learning curve dramatically. It will include everything from techniques and stories to safety tips and unit sizing.Remarkably detailed? this service manual is especially ... Read more

    $3.99 USD

  • Who Was Thomas Alva Edison?

    by Margaret Frith, Who HQ ...
    Illustrated by John O'Brien ...
    Series series Who Was?
    One day in 1882, Thomas Edison flipped a switch that lit up lower Manhattan with incandescent light and changed the way people live ever after. The electric light bulb was only one of thousands of Edison’s inventions, which include the phonograph and the kinetoscope, an early precursor to the movie camera. As a boy, observing a robin catch a worm and then take flight, he fed a playmate a mixture ... Read more

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  • Armature Winding and Motor Repair

    by Daniel H. Braymer ...
    First published in 1920, this comprehensive manual on armature winding and motor repair offers a detailed collection of practical electrical methods to fix motor and generator problems.To be used by maintenance specialists and electrical engineers, Daniel H. Braymer’s compilation of material was obtained through practical engagement in repair shop work, power station work and the maintenance of ... Read more

    $9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • A Guide Book of United States Coins 2013

    The Official Red Book

    by R. S. Yeoman ...
    Series series The Official Red Book
    Identify your coins quickly and easily! THE OFFICIAL RED BOOK® features full-color, actual-size and enlarged photos, with historical details about each piece. The Red Book shows mintages for all federal coins, from the ultra rare to the everyday. You might have a real rarity in your pocket change! Find out how much your coins are worth: The Red Book has clear, easy-to-follow grading information ... Read more

    $8.99 USD

  • River of Shadows

    Eadweard Muybridge and the Technological Wild West

    by Rebecca Solnit ...
    **A New York Times Notable BookWinner of the National Book Critics Circle Award for Criticism, The Mark Lynton History Prize, and the Sally Hacker Prize for the History of Technology“A panoramic vision of cultural change” —The New York TimesThrough the story of the pioneering photographer Eadweard Muybridge, the author of Orwell's Roses explores what it was about California in the late 19th ... Read more

    $11.99 USD

  • The Official Red Book: A Guidebook of United States Coins 2012

    by R. S. Yeoman, Kenneth Bressett ...
    The Official Red Book®, now in its 65th year, is famous nationwide as the premiere resource for U.S. coin collectors. This best-selling “one-volume library” helps you make smart buying decisions as you build your collection. Millions of readers rely on it for full-color photographs, detailed technical data, and up-to-date mintages. The Red Book covers the history of colonial and early American ... Read more

    $13.09 USD