Turning Mechanical Manipulation Vol by Holtzapffel John (9 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating history and evolution of the lathe, a tool central to countless crafts and industries. Tracing its roots back to ancient Egypt and following its development through various cultures and continents, the author paints a vivid picture of how this seemingly simple machine has shaped human ingenuity and innovation. Through detailed descriptions and illustrations of early lathes from India, Persia, Arabia, China, and Europe, the book explores the diverse approaches to achieving the perfect circular form in wood, ivory, and metal. The ingenuity of early craftspeople is highlighted, showcasing their resourcefulness in utilizing readily available materials and adapting the lathe to their specific needs. The book goes beyond mere technical descriptions, delving into the cultural significance of the lathe and its impact on various societies. From the intricate meshrebeeyeh work of Cairo to the production of everyday objects, the lathe's influence on artistic expression and practical applications is brought to life. Ultimately, this book offers a profound appreciation for the lathe's enduring legacy. It reveals how a tool born from human creativity has, in turn, fueled further innovation and continues to shape the world around us. 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.

3rd Thousand. [xx] + 592pp. + [xii] adverts. 22 plates, 771 woodcuts by the author. Light marginal browning and occasional spotting, half title lightly browned, original gilt lettered blind embossed black cloth, some wear to corners and joints, head and tail of spine bumped and sl. split. US$88.

[xiv] + ([457]- 1025)pp. + [xv] adverts. Nos. 316-1026 woodcuts by the author. E.ps. and occasionally text sl. spotted, p.824-5 browned, internal hinges tender in parts, original gilt lettered blind embossed black cloth, some very minor fading, some wear to corners and joints, head and tail of spine bumped and chipped with loss at tail. US$88.

A VERY GOOD COPY REBOUND IN GREY BOARDS WITH A DARK GREEN SPINE. INTENDED AS A WORK OF GENERAL REFERENCE AND PRACTICAL INSTRUCTION, ON THE LATHE, AND THE VARIOUS MECHANICAL PURSUITS FOLLOWED BY AMATEURS.

8vo, pp. xx, 592, [12, ads] + 22 plates. Original black cloth, spine lettered in gilt, boards blocked in blind. Some light soiling. Boards marked, extremities a touch worn, rear joint just cracking at foot and front joint at head. Modern bookplate to front pastedown along with a different address label, some old pencil notes and a few inserted scrap sheets. The fourth volume of the Holtzapffel family?s magisterial and comprehensive work on turning, each separately published and covering a different area. The first three volumes were written by Charles Holtzapffel (the third published posthumously) and this fourth and the fifth by his son, John Jacob. This volume covers simple turning, while the fifth is on ornamental turning.