Alfred W Smiley (24 results)

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Paperback. Condition: New. First published in 1907, A Few Scraps records the birth of the oil industry in Pennsylvania from the eyewitness perspective of Alfred Smiley, a Pennsylvania native who worked on the world's first modern oil well. The "Drake" well, often called the birthplace of the modern petroleum industry, was struck on Oil Creek near Titusville, Pennsylvania, in August 1859. Smiley worked on this well and many others throughout the region, riding the overnight success and eventual decline of the oil boom in the second half of the nineteenth century. Mixing a quirky personal narrative with historical information, Smiley recounts stories of the growing oil industry and its effects on life in western Pennsylvania. He describes in lucid detail the early processes and practices of the oil rigs and pipelines, the fever of speculation, and the characters responsible for the creation of "oildom." The text incorporates unique photographs from the late nineteenth century, providing a further glimpse into the development of communities on the verge of modernization and industrialization.…

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Paperback or Softback. Condition: New. A Few Scraps, Oily and Otherwise. Book.

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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book offers an indispensable manual for the use of the microscope, introducing readers to its operation and potential for revealing hidden insights. The author, a renowned authority, draws on years of experience to provide both practical tips and immersive descriptions of the wonders revealed under the microscope's lens. Through engaging narration, the author explores topics such as microbiology, the examination of the blood, and the study of plants, bringing the intricacies of the natural world to life. This book not only provides a comprehensive guide to microscopy but also delves into the beauty and value of this deceptively simple tool, offering a fresh perspective on its transformative power to unveil the unseen. 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.…

Condition: New. Originally published in 1907. Records the birth of the oil industry in Pennsylvania from the eyewitness perspective of Alfred Smiley, a Pennsylvania native who worked on the world s first modern oil well.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This revealing and exciting book delves into how advancements in lenses, alongside a sense of community among experts and enthusiasts, have helped make microscopy an essential tool in medicine, nature exploration, manufacturing, and diverse other disciplines, as well as a popular hobby. Microscopy's pivotal role in human knowledge and progress is a fascinating study that spans the history of human civilization from ancient beginnings to the present, as the author looks ahead to future developments. The author's book explores the world of the microscope and its history, starting with its foundations and continuing through its influence on a wide range of fields from the 17th century onward. With illuminating images, the author illustrates how the microscope became a key to unlocking the secrets of biology and medicine. For anyone interested in indulging in their curiosity about our world and its history, this is an essential read. 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.…

Paperback. Condition: New. First published in 1907, A Few Scraps records the birth of the oil industry in Pennsylvania from the eyewitness perspective of Alfred Smiley, a Pennsylvania native who worked on the world's first modern oil well. The "Drake" well, often called the birthplace of the modern petroleum industry, was struck on Oil Creek near Titusville, Pennsylvania, in August 1859. Smiley worked on this well and many others throughout the region, riding the overnight success and eventual decline of the oil boom in the second half of the nineteenth century. Mixing a quirky personal narrative with historical information, Smiley recounts stories of the growing oil industry and its effects on life in western Pennsylvania. He describes in lucid detail the early processes and practices of the oil rigs and pipelines, the fever of speculation, and the characters responsible for the creation of "oildom." The text incorporates unique photographs from the late nineteenth century, providing a further glimpse into the development of communities on the verge of modernization and industrialization.…

Magazine. Condition: Very Good. First Edition. Bound in original paper wraps; No 1-3 pale green & No 4-12 pale blue. Science, Microbiology. Illustrated with drawings throughout and a plate in each issue. Ads in each issue and a detailed index at the end of No 12 (December) . Some edge & corner chips mostly on No 1-3, but mainly in VG condition. Science, Microbiology. ; Large 8vo 9" - 10" tall; 249 pages.…

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 224 pages. 8.00x5.00x0.62 inches. In Stock. This item is printed on demand.

Condition: New. Print on Demand pp. 226.

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Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - Originally published in 1907. Records the birth of the oil industry in Pennsylvania from the eyewitness perspective of Alfred Smiley, a Pennsylvania native who worked on the world's first modern oil well.