The Slide Valve, Practically Explained, Rose, 1891, illustrated, Very Good Cond.

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The Slide Valve, Practically Explained, Rose, 1891 2nd edition, illustrated with 35 engravings. It is a classic 19th century mechanical engineering book written by noted engineer and author Joshua Rose. Originally published in 1880, the book's heavily referenced 1891 edition was published in Philadelphia by the technical literature firm Henry Clay Baird & Co. The book serves as a foundational guide for engineers, draftsmen, and mechanics working with steam engines. It breaks down the mechanical complexities of the slide valve, which controls the admission and exhaust of steam into the cylinder. **** It is an exceptional copy with crisp gilt gold lettering, with clean, clear, crisp illustrations and pages. There is discoloring to the front cover from sun fading and a few ink spots. No names, writing, or marks anywhere.. It is about 5"X 7 1/4"X 1/2" and 100 pages...plus, 38 pages of the publishers Book Catalog in the back, with some very interesting titles. ***** Please look at all photos and ask any questions. ****** My starting bid is $40.00. **** I ship USPS Media Mail at about $5.13, depending on the distance. I will ship as soon as the deposit clears from eBay, except Sundays. You have a 4 day inspection period and if this book is not as stated or as the photos show, please return for a full refund. Thank you, Ken Anglin

• Year: 1891
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Very Good

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