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This book is a Latin thesaurus, providing a comprehensive guide to the vocabulary of the Latin language. It includes ten......more

This brief but fascinating guide to the technology of lighting and fire making was first published in 1890 by an anonymo......more

This book delves into the history and science behind the development of the mercury arc, an important electrical device ......more

This book provides a fascinating look at locomotive testing practices in the early 20th century. The Pennsylvania Railro......more

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This bound collection of Popular Mechanics magazine features issues 2-12 from Volume 9, originally published in 1907. It......more

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Priestman Brothers, a dredger manufacturer, received many prize medals for their work throughout their history. This boo......more

The Paper Mills Directory of England, Scotland, Ireland, and Year Book of the Paper-Making Trade for 1882 is a comprehen......more

Originally published in 1899, this book contains a wealth of information on fertilizers and their use in agriculture. Kr......more

This report offers a detailed look at the performance of the United Mexican Mining Association in the previous fiscal ye......more

The Corliss Engine is a historical account of the development and impact of the Corliss steam engine. John T. Henthorn p......more

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In this fascinating historical text, the Association of Edison Illuminating Companies provides a detailed account of the......more

This historical overview of the Baldwin Locomotive Works chronicles the rise of one of the most famous locomotive manufa......more

Discover the fascinating history of the bridges at Keokuk, Iowa, and the political debates surrounding their constructio......more

This practical guide to railroad operations is a must-have for anyone involved in the movement of trains. Sinclair, an e......more

Starting and Lighting of Automobiles is a detailed guide on the early technology behind self starters, wiring, and other......more

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Discover the fascinating story of George Stephenson, the father of the modern railway system, in this classic biography ......more

This publication is a continuation of T. Gill’s Technical Repository, featuring a collection of discoveries and improvem......more

This comprehensive guide to the world of mining and mineralogy is an essential resource for anyone interested in geology......more

This charming memoir by the veteran printer Charles Knight provides a nostalgic look back at the heyday of the printing ......more

The Romance of Modern Exploration by Archibald Williams is a thrilling account of the adventures of explorers in all par......more

Step into the world of Victorian engineering and innovation with this fascinating collection of articles from the Mechan......more

This fascinating book contains reports from a committee appointed by the Royal Society of Arts in Great Britain to visit......more

Published in 1877, this seminal work explores the history and geography of Africa’s ancient gold fields. Drawing on the ......more

This book delves into the inner workings of plumbing in a way that is accessible to the layman. Hellyer covers the histo......more

The Transactions of the Society Instituted at London for the Encouragement of Arts Manufactures and Commerce contain art......more

This circular letter outlines the benefits of state-owned communication cables for the Empire and calls for the establis......more

A series of essays and letters written by John Stevens, a pioneering American inventor and engineer, advocating for the ......more

Originally published in 1913, this book offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of house-building at the turn of the......more

The topic of nonlinear systems is fundamental to the study of systems engineering. So extensive investigations have been......more

This comprehensive work provides a detailed account of the experiments conducted at the Rothamsted Experimental Station ......more

This book is a practical guide to the use of wireless electricity. It covers the basics of telegraphing, telephoning, an......more

This book tells the story of the laying of the first transatlantic telegraph cable in the mid-19th century. The author p......more

Published in the mid-19th century, this work provides a fascinating glimpse into the early days of steam navigation. The......more

This book documents the electrification of the Chicago Terminal of the Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railroad and the t......more

First published in 1906, British Canals: Is Their Resuscitation Practicable? is an insightful study of the state of Brit......more

This beginner’s guide to beekeeping provides a comprehensive overview of the skills and knowledge required to start and ......more

Step back in time to the Great Exhibition of 1851 with The Model Houses for Families. This stunning book showcases the i......more

This 19th-century treatise offers practical advice on the construction of healthy homes, hospitals, and other buildings.......more

This book provides a detailed account of the electrification project of the Chicago Suburban Service of the Chicago Burl......more

This book is a practical guide to preventing accidents in a factory setting. From safety regulations to hazard managemen......more

A detailed investigation of the techniques and challenges involved in reclaiming land from the ocean, including case stu......more

This book is a historical account of the development of the electrical telegraph and other related devices, written by t......more

This unique non-fiction work offers readers an insight into the world of international postage regulations. Covering the......more

First published in 1851, "Hunt’s Hand-book to the Official Catalogues" is a fascinating guide to the Great Exhibition, h......more

This book provides a comprehensive history of North Atlantic steam navigation, with a focus on the early ships and shipo......more

This catalog, likely from the early 20th century, provides detailed descriptions and images of nautical and optical inst......more

This practical guide to beekeeping is an essential resource for anyone who is new to this rewarding hobby. It covers all......more

This annual report from the National Bureau of Standards offers a comprehensive overview of the agency’s work in 1958, i......more

This fascinating book provides readers with a unique insight into the design and construction of the Great Clock for the......more

This fascinating manual lays out the technical aspects of Marcy’s innovative magic lantern and offers practical advice f......more

This fascinating illustrated volume captures the spirit of San Francisco at the turn of the twentieth century. Packed wi......more

This book provides a fascinating look at the manufacturing processes involved in making spools of thread. It covers all ......more

Originally published in 1921, The Burroughs Bookkeeping Machine for Various Industries is a comprehensive guide to the o......more

For anyone interested in the history of innovation, this reference index is an invaluable resource. Woodcroft and the Pa......more

Celebrate the life and legacy of one of Victorian England’s most influential engineers with this expertly researched bio......more

Whether you’re an experienced shooter or a novice looking to purchase your first firearm, this price list from Great Wes......more

This book provides a comprehensive guide to the principles of pattern making, specifically tailored to apprentices and s......more

This book provides a detailed technical analysis of the Morkrum System of Printing Telegraph, a pioneering technology th......more

This book is a comprehensive report on the internal affairs of the state of Pennsylvania. It covers a wide range of topi......more

In this groundbreaking work, the author proposes a new framework for understanding the nature and dynamics of technologi......more

Dive into the world of commercial turpentines with this informative guide by renowned chemist Fletcher Pearre Veitch. Co......more

This fascinating report from a select committee of the House of Commons explores the benefits and drawbacks of various f......more

This book is a detailed account of the life and work of the mid-18th century English printer Samuel Thorne. It covers hi......more

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This comprehensive guide to sheet metal work is an essential resource for anyone working in that field. It covers all as......more

In this book, Samuel Smiles presents biographical sketches of great engineers, exploring their careers, achievements, an......more

Originally published in 1907, this technical treatise provides a detailed examination of early wireless telegraphy syste......more

In this groundbreaking work of archaeology and history, Karl Peters explores the elusive kingdom of Ophir, which is said......more

The Phonoscope was a groundbreaking technology magazine published in the late 19th century, and this collection provides......more