Kalmbach a C Compiler (4 results)
- Hardcover
- First Edition
Seller: Alien Bindings, BALTIMORE, MD, U.S.A.Alien Bindings
Contact seller4-star sellerCondition: Used - Fair
£ 22.98
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Hardcover. Condition: Fair. No Jacket. First Edition. The "Model Railroader Cyclopedia: Railroad Equipment Prototype Plans," 5th Edition, presents a fascinating and comprehensive collection of railroad equipment prototype plans, compiled by The Modelmaker Corporation and A. C. Kalmbach. This hardcover edition is the 5th edition,… 3rd printing, published by Kalmbach Publishing Co. of Milwaukee in 1947.The book features a forest green cloth cover adorned with gold lettering on the front and spine, adding an elegant touch to the edition. While the covers are in decent shape, there is some wear to the lower corners, and the spine ends show slight indentations. Additionally, the binding is a bit weak, noticeable at the head of the spine. However, all pages remain intact with uncracked hinges, ensuring the book's structural integrity.Inside, a former owner's bookplate is affixed to the front paste-down, adding a touch of personal history to the edition. However, significant foxing is visible on the endpapers and edges of the text block, lending a vintage charm to the book. The interior pages are unmarked, though they carry a bit of musty odor, which is common in books of this age.Rest assured, the book will be carefully packaged for shipment, providing optimal protection from any potential damage during transit. As part of our commitment to excellent service, a USPS electronic tracking number will be issued free of charge, enabling you to monitor the progress of your shipment.For those seeking more information or pictures regarding this fascinating edition, please feel free to contact me. The "Model Railroader Cyclopedia: Railroad Equipment Prototype Plans," 5th Edition, is a valuable resource for model railroaders, historians, and enthusiasts alike, making it a treasured addition to any railroad-related collection. The "Model Railroader Cyclopedia: Railroad Equipment Prototype Plans," 5th Edition, contains a total of 184 pages, which includes an additional 27 large foldout plates. These plates showcase detailed diagrams of various train models, providing enthusiasts and model railroaders with valuable insights and references for their projects. The combination of textual information and visual illustrations makes this edition an indispensable resource for those passionate about the world of model railroading and railroad equipment prototypes.
Published by Milwaukee, WI: Kalmbach Publishing Co. [Kalmbach Publishing Company], 1947., 1947
- Hardcover
Seller: David Hallinan, Bookseller, Columbus, MS, U.S.A.David Hallinan, Bookseller
Contact seller5-star sellerFifth edition, third printing (per copyright page). [8], 184 pages plus 27 foldout b/w plates. Hardcover: H 26.75cm x L 18cm. No dust jacket. Green cloth rubbed; gilt lettering to spine and front board mostly rubbed/flaked away. Past owner's name boldly written in ink on front pastedown; toning and some soiling to endpapers; lig…ht foxing/toning to leaves with some occasional soiling. Binding lightly stressed; cloth binding tape reinforces binding between page 184 and opposing leaf where plate section initiates. As a lagniappe laid-in at rear endpapers are eleven Kalmbach locomotive and car plan folding plates having copyright dates for 1947 and 1948 and all within a Kalmbach mailing envelope postmarked November 1948 (so perhaps sold separately as an update or supplement). Please note that this book has an approximate shipping weight of 3 pounds (1.36 kg) and may require additional postage for any postal class other than domestic Media Mail. {TradeCat-Shelf#2}.
Published by Milwaukee, WI: Kalmbach Publishing Co. [Kalmbach Publishing Company], 1950., 1950
- Hardcover
Seller: David Hallinan, Bookseller, Columbus, MS, U.S.A.David Hallinan, Bookseller
Contact seller5-star sellerSixth edition, second printing (per copyright page). [8], 184 pages plus 27 foldout b/w plates. Hardcover: H 26.5cm x L 17.75cm. No dust jacket. Green cloth rubbed; gilt lettering to spine and front board still bright. Text block edges foxed. Endpapers toned particularly the pastedowns; mostly light foxing to interior pages. Bin…ding slightly stressed between page 184 and opposing Plate 1 but otherwise firm. Plate 1 also has some creasing misaligned with its original folds. {TradeCat-Shelf#1}.
Published by Kalmbach Publishing Co., 1950
Seller: The Book Bin, Salem, OR, U.S.A.The Book Bin
Contact seller5-star sellerCondition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Fair. Green cloth with gold titles, clean and bright with light scuffing, edgewear. Spine square. Binding cracked, with cloth tape repair, at page 184. Binding else intact. Dust jacket toned with heavy scuffing, moderate general edgewear, and with larger chipping from spine tips and front…fore-edge corners. DJ protected in Mylar. Cover price $4.50. Pages lightly toned, interior clean, text unmarked.
