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Readers wishing to extend their mathematical skills will find this volume a practical companion. Easy-to-follow explanations cover fractions, decimals, square roots, metric system, algebra, more. 195 figures. 1943 edition.
"Model aeroplanes: The building of model monoplanes, biplanes, etc., together with a chapter on building a model airship" by F. J. Camm was one of the most important texts for airplane hobbyists. Published in 1920, the book explains how to build a model airplane from scratch, one step at a time. The models build up in difficulty until readers are able to put together more complicated designs.
Originally published under the title The Book of the BSA, by F.J. Camm this book is one of The Motorcyclist's Library series published in the USA by Floyd Clymer by arrangement with the original publishers, Pitman Ltd. of London, England.
Originally published under the title The Book of the BSA, by 'Waysider' (F.J. Camm) this book is one of The Motorcyclist's Library series published in the USA by Floyd Clymer by arrangement with the original publishers, Pitman Ltd. of London, England.
This antiquarian book comprises a comprehensive and practical handbook on modern watches, with information on the history and development of watches, on cleaning them, repairing them, and much more. Written in clear, concise language and containing a plethora of useful diagrams and photographs, this text will be of considerable value to anyone with a keen interest in watches, and would make for a great addition to collections of watch and clock-related literature. The chapters of this volume include: Time and the Origin of Watches, Tools and Materials, The Parts of a Watch, The Compensating Balance and the Hair-spring, Lever Escapement, Cylinder Escapement, Dismantling: Fitting Winding Shafts, Fitting Mainsprings, Cleaning a Watch, et cetera. This antiquarian book is being republished now complete with a new introduction on the history of clocks and watches.
primary goal of all forms of therapy is not just prolonging life, but improving the quality of life, has forced analysis of what constitutes quality of life, a concept whose structure pervades all walks of life and eludes definition. Global well being, happiness, morale, vitality, fullness of social life, and satisfaction must be integrated and assessed for the effects of the disease and the therapy, in the context of specific personality traits, attitudes to life, family situation, and socio-economic and political freedom. A growing inter est in research on this subject has led to a clearer understanding of the components which come to determine quality of a patient's life, and how they can...