Smith Ralph Mccormac William (4 results)
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Seller: BargainBookStores, Grand Rapids, U.S.A.BargainBookStores
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Paperback or Softback. Condition: New. Index to the Reports of the National Conference on Weights and Measures: From the First (1905) to the Thirty-first (1941), Inclusive; NBS Miscellaneou. Book.
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Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United KingdomForgotten Books
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book chronicles 100 years of United States history through the lens of a century of conferences dedicated to improving weights and measures. It traces the transformation of the field from a loose collection of local jurisdictions to a meticulously regulated and highly coordinated…system, examining essential concepts such as the establishment of standards, the development of uniform laws and regulations, and the vital role of public education. The book delves into the complexities of weights and measures, demonstrating how they not only ensured fair trade but also influenced scientific discovery, consumer protection, and technological advancements. Through a wealth of historical anecdotes, the author paints a vivid picture of the challenges and triumphs of weights and measures professionals, revealing the significance of their work in shaping the fabric of American society. By exploring the evolution of weights and measures over a century, the book sheds light on the enduring importance of accuracy, fairness, and the unyielding pursuit of progress in trade and commerce. 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.
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Seller: True World of Books, Delhi, IndiaTrue World of Books
Contact seller5-star sellerLeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1942 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt band…s. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Pages: 48 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. 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: 48 Volume NBS Miscellaneous Publication 172.
- Softcover
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Seller: THE SAINT BOOKSTORE, Southport, United KingdomTHE SAINT BOOKSTORE
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Paperback / softback. Condition: New. This item is printed on demand. New copy - Usually dispatched within 5-9 working days.
