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  • A Dictionary of Men's Wear

    Restored Classics to Go Edition

    by William Henry Baker ...
    This witty, wide-ranging dictionary turns the language of dress into a sharp-eyed portrait of trade, taste, and social performance. A practical guide for clothiers, tailors, manufacturers, merchants, and anyone curious about apparel, it covers fabrics, accessories, uniforms, grooming tools, mourning wear, and the many specialized terms of clothing manufacture and retail. Written with ... Read more

    $1.99 USD

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    The World of Sound (Unabridged)

    by William Henry Bragg ...
    Narrated by Ernest Baker ...

    Unabridged

    4 hours 33 min

    In the realm of sound, where vibrations dance and melodies soar, Sir William Henry Bragg invites you on an extraordinary journey. "The World of Sound" unveils the captivating secrets of acoustics, from the gentle hum of a tuning fork to the thunderous roar of an orchestra. Through vivid prose and illuminating experiments, Bragg explores the nature of sound waves, their propagation, and their ... Read more

    $5.99 USD

  • A Dictionary Of Men's Wear

    by William Henry Baker ...
    A Dictionary of Men’s Wear by William Henry Baker is not merely a reference book—it is a doorway into the language, tradition, and quiet authority of masculine style. This audiobook transforms what might appear to be a technical glossary into a compelling journey through the evolution of men’s clothing, where every term carries history, craftsmanship, and cultural meaning. Listening to it feels ... Read more

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  • A Dictionary of Men's Wear

    by William Henry Baker ...
    A detailed reference guide to men’s clothing, fabrics, and styles. ... Read more

    $1.00 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

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

    A Cultural History of Printing, Steam, Railways, Telegraphy, and Progress

    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 gathers forty-four historical and popular accounts of technological change, tracing the human imagination from early mechanical devices to the infrastructures of modernity. Its capacious range encompasses biography, technical exposition, social history, educational prose, institutional reports, and reflective essays. Railways, printing, telegraphy, engineering, scientific ... Read more

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  • Innovators and Their Greatest Achievements - 14 Classic Books

    Fourteen Classic Accounts of Invention, Industry, Scientific Discovery, and Social Change

    by A. Russell Bond, S. E. Forman, Willis Duff Piercy, Thomas W. Corbin, M. Grace Fickett, Gertrude L. Stone, Russell Doubleday, Harry E. Maule, Arthur May Mowry, William A. Mowry, Henry E. Baker, Rupert Sargent Holland, Edward Somerset Marquis of Worcester, J. A. V. Turck ...
    Innovators and Their Greatest Achievements gathers fourteen classic works into a capacious history of invention, scientific curiosity, and practical ingenuity. Moving between biographical narrative, popular science, technical explanation, and historical survey, the volume traces how ideas become instruments of social change. Its varied selections illuminate the drama of experimentation, the ... Read more

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  • The Dictionary of Fashion History

    by C. W. Cunnington, P. E. Cunnington, Ms Valerie Cumming ...
    - What is an earthquake gown?- Who wore eelskin masher trousers?- What did the word "dudes" mean in the 16th century?A Dictionary of English Costume by C. Willett Cunnington, Phillis Cunnington and Charles Beard was originally published in 1960. A monumental achievement and encyclopaedic in scope, it was a comprehensive catalogue of fashion terms from the mid-medieval period up to 1900. It was ... Read more

    $121.49 USD

  • The Language of Fashion - Dictionary and Digest of Fabric, Sewing and Dress

    by Mary Brooks Picken ...
    This vintage book contains an exhaustive dictionary of fashion terms, with instructions for pronunciation, brief explanations, and lists of synonyms. Timeless and comprehensive, “The Language Of Fashion Dictionary And Digest Of Fabric, Sewing And Dress” will be of utility to those involved in the fashion industry, and is not to be missed by the discerning collector. Contents include: “Belts”, ... Read more

    $9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Automobile Biographies

    by Lyman Horace Weeks ...
    "Automobile Biographies" by Lyman Horace Weeks is a captivating exploration of the lives and contributions of key figures in the automotive industry. The book delves into the personal stories of inventors, engineers, and entrepreneurs who shaped the world of automobiles, providing readers with a rich tapestry of history intertwined with innovation. Weeks' engaging narrative style brings these ... Read more

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  • Dressmaking - A Manual for Schools and Colleges

    by Jane Fales ...
    An essential guide for anyone interested in mastering the art of dressmaking, this classic volume was first designed as a comprehensive educational resource, perfect for students in schools and colleges.Richly illustrated, Dressmaking not only explains the technical aspects of sewing but also inspires creativity and innovation. Jane Fales, an expert in the field, provides clear, step-by-step ... Read more

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  • Great Victorian Inventions

    Novel Contrivances and Industrial Revolutions

    by Caroline Rochford ...
    Who invented the flying machine? Was the Titanic really the first ‘unsinkable’ ship? How would one use a phonoscope? Using old Victorian documents, Caroline Rochford takes the reader on a guided tour of hundreds of fascinating nineteenth-century inventions from across the globe, some strange and some remarkably familiar. Think solar power is a modern concept? Think again! Today everyone has a ... Read more

    $8.59 USD

  • Handbook of Embroidery

    Enriched edition.

    by L. Higgin, Paige Caldwell ...
    In "Handbook of Embroidery," L. Higgin presents a comprehensive exploration of the intricate art of embroidery, blending practical instruction with a rich historical context. The book is meticulously structured, offering novice and experienced embroiderers alike a depth of knowledge on techniques ranging from basic stitches to complex patterns. Higgin's clear, concise prose is complemented by ... Read more

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