J H Ledeboer (13 results)

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. . . . . 8vo. Hardcover, maroon cloth. Vg+ condition. 248 pp. Text in French.

Paperback, 224 pagina's (geïll.).

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book, a seminal work on the theory of dynamic flight, provides an in-depth look into the concept of heavier-than-air flight and the use of air resistance as a means for support. It establishes the fundamental principles that laid the groundwork for the development of the airplane and continues to be a key text for understanding the operation of fixed-wing aircraft. By examining the airflow around surfaces, the book explores the forces of lift and drag and the factors that affect them, such as surface shape, angle of incidence, and air density. This knowledge is essential for the design and construction of successful flying machines and has significantly advanced the field of aviation. 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.…

Hardcover. Condition: Good. 1st Edition. BOOK DESCRIPTION: 8vo, xiii, 122 pgs, advertising, 82 figures in photos and drawings. Red cloth with black gilt title on cover and spine. CONDITION DESCRIPTION: Good only with covers worn, moisture damaged, spine worn and repaired with clear tape. Interior is age toned, some pencil notes on chapter regarding math calculations, else front hinge is cracked but generally pages are tight. Two inked former owner's names on front endpapers. Previous bookseller pasted small label on rear endpaper, Spon & Chamberlain, 123 Liberty St, NY, specialists of books on Mechanics and Engineering. CONTENTS DESCRIPTION: Published in 1910 describing how to construct a personal aircraft using the most up-to-date information available. Very detailed and comprehensive. A classic in early aviation; here in a complete and decent copy obviously used by a previous enthusiast.…

Saddle stapled wrappers. Condition: Good. This issue of the British aviation periodical, founded in 1907, has extensive illustrations of planes and engines of the time. Including the R.F.C. BE 2 Biplane, Borel Monoplane, Breguet biplane, Bristol Monoplane, and Caudron Monoplane, Vickers Armed Biplane and a large number of others. Twelve different aeroplane engine manufactures are described. There are 28pp. of advertisements and 81-136pp. of illustrated text article. The spine is reinforced with clear tape and there are two small library stamps on the front wrap. Laid in note regarding patent #s on inside front wrap.…

Saddle stapled wrappers. Condition: Very Good. This issue of the British aviation periodical contains 22pp. of advertisements and pp.323-362 of illustrated text articles. The articles are primarily concerned with seaplanes and include a two page fold out drawing of the Breguet 130 H.P. Twin-Float Seaplane. There are small library stamps and pen annotations to the front wrap.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Good to very good condition. Top 1/4 of front fly leaf is torn off. Covers are a little dull with some light soiling. Spine has some fading. Spine tips and cover corners are worn. 127 pages with 35 diagrams plus four plates. Short 8vo size.

Cloth. Condition: Very Good. A fascinating historical survey. pp.xi.127. Illus. Inscriotion. Solid binding.

Hardback. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. First edition. 1st 1911. Almost very good condition with no wrapper. Balloons, Dirigibles and Flying-Machines. 54 b/w plates. Small format. Grey cloth, white title to front cover. Scratched inscription on verso of frontis else contents very good. Corners bumped and rubbed. Title to front cover lightly rubbed. REDUCED from £200. Packaged with care and promptly dispatched.…

Hard Cover. Condition: Very Good. Hardback, recent half-calf by W. H. Smith, gilt title to spine. Top edge gilt. Pp. [4], 169, iv, v. Illustrated throughout in b&w, a couple are folding. Binding a little marked. A few spots to fore edge. Scarce. (ar7).

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1911 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. Pages: 162 As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 162 Language: English.…

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1911. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages: : - 162, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 162 162.…

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1907. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages:- 66, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 66 66.…