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DYNAMO, MOTOR AND SWITCHBOARD CIRCUITS FOR ELECTRICAL ENGINEERS.

A Practical Book dealing with the subject of Direct, Alternating and Polyphase
Currents. By WILLIAM R. BOWKER, C.E., M.E., E.E., Consulting Tramway
Engineer. 8vo, cloth
[Just Published. Net 6/-
DYNAMO ELECTRIC MACHINERY: ITS CONSTRUCTION,
DESIGN, AND OPERATION.

By SAMUEL SHELDON, A.M., Ph.D., Professor of Physics and Electrical
Engineering at the Polytechnic Institute of Brooklyn, assisted by HOBART
MASON, B.S.

In two volumes, sold separately, as follows :—

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Vol. I.-DIRECT CURRENT MACHINES. Third Edition, Revised. Large Crown 8vo. 280 pages, with 200 Illustrations Net 12Vol. II.-ALTERNATING CURRENT MACHINES. Large Crown 8vo. 260 pages, with 184 Illustrations Net 12Designed as Text-books for use in Technical Educational Institutions, and by Engineers whose work includes the handling of Direct and Alternating Current Machines respectively, and for Students proficient in mathematics.

ELECTRICAL AND MAGNETIC CALCULATIONS.

For the Use of Electrical Engineers and Artisans, Teachers, Students, and all
others interested in the Theory and Application of Electricity and Magnetism.
By A. A. ATKINSON, Professor of Electricity in Ohio University. Crown 8vo,
cloth
Net 9/-

"To teachers and those who already possess a fair knowledge of their subject we can recommend this book as being useful to consult when requiring data or formula which it is neither convenient nor necessary to retain by memory."-The Electrician.

SUBMARINE TELEGRAPHS.

Their History, Construction and Working. Founded in part on WÜNSCHENDORFF'S "Traité de Télégraphie Sous Marine," and Compiled from Authoritative and Exclusive Sources. By CHARLES BRIGHT, F.R.S.E., A.M.Inst.C.E., M.I.E.E. 780 pp., fully illustrated, including Maps and Folding Plates. Royal 8vo, cloth. Net £3 3s.

"There are few, if any, persons more fitted to write a treatise on submarine telegraphy than Mr. Charles Bright. He has done his work admirably, and has written in a way which will appeal as much to the layman as to the engineer. This admirable volume must for many years to come hold the position of the English classic on submarine telegraphy."-Engineer.

"This book is full of information. It makes a book of reference which should be in every engineer's library."-Nature.

"Mr. Bright's interestingly written and admirably illustrated book will meet with a welcome reception from cable men."-Electrician.

"The Author deals with his subject from all points of view-political and strategical as well as scientific-the work will be of interest not only to men of science, but to the general public. We can strongly recommend it."-Athenæum.

THE ELECTRICAL ENGINEER'S POCKET-BOOK.

Consisting of Rules, Formulæ, Tables, and Data. By H. R. KEMPE, M.I.E.E., A.M. Inst.C.E., Technical Officer, Postal Telegraphs, Author of "A Handbook of Electrical Testing," &c. Second Edition, Thoroughly Revised, with Additions. With numerous Illustrations. Royal 32m0, oblong, leather 5"It is the best book of its kind."-Electrical Engineer.

"The Electrical Engineer's Pocket-Book is a good one."-Electrician.
"Strongly recommended to those engaged in the electrical industries."—Electrical Review.

POWER TRANSMITTED BY ELECTRICITY.

And applied by the Electric Motor, including Electric Railway Construction. By P. ATKINSON, A.M., Ph.D. Third Edition, fully Revised, and New Matter added. With 94 Illustrations. Crown 8vo, cloth

DYNAMIC ELECTRICITY AND MAGNETISM.

Net 9

By PHILIP ATKINSON, A.M., Ph.D., Author of "Elements of Static Electricity," &c. Crown 8vo, 417 pp., with 120 Illustrations, cloth

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THE MANAGEMENT OF DYNAMOS.

A Handybook of Theory and Practice for the Use of Mechanics, Engineers, Students and others in Charge of Dynamos. By G. W. LUMMIS-PATERSON. Third Edition, Revised. Crown 8vo, cloth 4/6 "An example which deserves to be taken as a model by other authors. The subject is treated in a manner which any intelligent man who is fit to be entrusted with charge of an engine should be able to understand. It is a useful book to all who make, tend or employ electric machinery."-Architect. THE STANDARD ELECTRICAL DICTIONARY.

A Popular Encyclopædia of Words and Terms Used in the Practice of Electrical Engineering. Containing upwards of 3,000 Definitions. By T. O'CONOR SLoane, A.M., Ph.D. Third Edition, with Appendix. Crown 8vo, 690 pp., 390 Illustrations, cloth Net 7/6 "The work has many attractive features in it, and is, beyond doubt, a well put together and useful publication. The amount of ground covered may be gathered from the fact that in the index about 5,000 references will be found."-Electrical Review.

ELECTRIC LIGHT FITTING.

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A Handbook for Working Electrical Engineers, embodying Practical Notes on Installation Management. By J. W. URQUHART, Electrician, Author of "Electric Light," &c. With numerous Illustrations. Third Edition, Revised, with Additions. Crown 8vo, cloth

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"This volume deals with the mechanics of electric lighting, and is addressed to men who are already engaged in the work, or are training for it. The work traverses a great deal of ground, and may be read as a sequel to the author's useful work on 'Electric Light.'"-Electrician.

"The book is well worth the perusal of the workman, for whom it is written."-Electrical Review. ELECTRIC LIGHT.

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Its Production and Use, Embodying Plain Directions for the Treatment of Dynamo-Electric Machines, Batteries, Accumulators, and Electric Lamps. By J. W. URQUHART, C.E. Sixth Edition, Enlarged. Crown 8vo, cloth 7/6 "The whole ground of electric lighting is more or less covered and explained in a very clear and concise manner."-Electrical Review. "A vade-mecum of the salient facts connected with the science of electric lighting."-Electrician. DYNAMO CONSTRUCTION.

A Practical Handbook for the Use of Engineer Constructors and Electricians-inCharge. Embracing Framework Building, Field Magnet and Armature Winding and Grouping, Compounding, &c. By J. W. URQUHART. Second Edition, Enlarged. With 114 Illustrations. Crown 8vo, cloth 7/6

"Mr. Urquhart's book is the first one which deals with these matters in such a way that the engineering student can understand them. The book is very readable, and the author leads his readers up to difficult subjects by reasonably simple tests."-Engineering Review. ELECTRIC SHIP-LIGHTING.

A Handbook on the Practical Fitting and Running of Ship's Electrical Plant. For the Use of Shipowners and Builders, Marine Electricians, and Sea-going Engineers-in-Charge. By J. W. URQUHART, C.E. Second Edition. Revised and Extended. With 88 Illustrations, crown 8vo, cloth. 7/6

"The subject of ship electric lighting is one of vast importance, and Mr. Urquhart is to be highly complimented for placing such a valuable work at the service of marine electricians."-The Steamship. ELECTRIC LIGHTING (ELEMENTARY PRINCIPLES OF).

By ALAN A. CAMPBELL SWINTON, M.Inst.C.E., M.I.E.E. Fifth Edition, With 16 Illustrations. Crown 8vo, cloth 1/6

ELECTRIC LIGHT FOR COUNTRY HOUSES.

A Practical Handbook on the Erection and Running of Small Installations, with Particulars of the Cost of Plant and Working. By J. H. KNIGHT. Third Edition, Revised. Crown 8vo, wrapper

· 1/A Practical Treatise for Amateurs. Containing Illustrations and Detailed Instructions for Constructing a Small Dynamo to Produce the Electric Light. By ALFRED CROFTS. Sixth Edition, Revised. Crown 8vo, cloth THE STUDENT'S TEXT-BOOK OF ELECTRICITY.

HOW TO MAKE A DYNAMO.

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By H. M. NOAD, F.R.S. 650 pp., with 470 Illustrations. Crown 8vo, cloth. 9/

ARCHITECTURE, BUILDING, ETC.

SPECIFICATIONS IN DETAIL.

By FRANK W. MACEY, Architect, Author of "Conditions of Contract." Second
Edition, Revised and Enlarged, containing 644 Pages and 2,000 Illustrations.
Royal 8vo, cloth .
[Just Published. Net 21/-

SUMMARY OF CONTENTS.

GENERAL NOTES (INCLUDING POINTS IN SPECIFICATION WRITING, THE ORDER OF A SPECIFICATION, AND NOTES ON ITEMS OFTEN OMITTED FROM A SPECIFICATION).-FORM OF OUTSIDE COVER TO A SPECIFICATION.-SPECIFICATION OF WORKS AND LIST OF GENERAL CONDITIONS.PRELIMINARY ITEMS (INCLUDING SHORING AND HOUSE BREAKER).-DRAINAGE (INCLUDING RAINWATER WELLS AND REPORTS).-EXCAVATOR (INCLUDING CONCRETE FLOORS, ROOFS, STAIRS AND WALLS).-PAVIOR.-BRICKLAYER (INCLUDING FLINTWORK, RIVER AND OTHER WALLING, SPRINGWATER WELLS, STORAGE TANKS, FOUNTAINS, FILTERS, TERRA COTTA AND FAIENCE).-MASON.— CARPENTER, JOINER AND IRONMONGER (INCLUDING FENCING AND PILING).-SMITH AND FOUNDER (INCLUDING HEATING, FIRE HYDRANTS, STABLE AND Cow HOUSE FITTINGS).-SLATER (INCLUDING SLATE MASON).-TILER.-STONE TILER.-Shingler.-THATCHER.-PLUMBER (INCLUDING HOTWATER WORK). ZINCWORKER. COPPERSMITH.- PLASTERER. GASFITTer. -BELLHANGER. GLAZIER. PAINTER. PAPERHANGER. GENERAL REPAIRS AND ALTERATIONS. - VENTILATION.— ROAD-MAKING.-ELECTRIC LIGHTING.-INDEX.

PRACTICAL BUILDING CONSTRUCTION.

A Handbook for Students Preparing for Examinations, and a Book of Reference for Persons Engaged in Building. By JOHN PARNELL ALLEN, Surveyor, Lecturer on Building Construction at the Durham College of Science, Newcastleon-Tyne. Fourth Edition, Revised and Enlarged. Medium 8vo, 570 pages, with over 1,000 Illustrations, cloth [Just Published. Net 7/6

"The most complete exposition of building construction we have seen. It contains all that is necessary to prepare students for the various examinations in building construction."-Building News. "The author depends nearly as much on his diagrams as on his type. The pages suggest the hand of a man of experience in building operations-and the volume must be a blessing to many teachers as well as to students."-The Architect.

PRACTICAL MASONRY.

A Guide to the Art of Stone Cutting. Comprising the Construction, Setting-out,
and Working of Stairs, Circular Work, Arches, Niches, Domes, Pendentives,
Vaults, Tracery Windows, &c.; to which are added Supplements relating to
Masonry Estimating and Quantity Surveying, and to Building Stones and
Marbles, and a Glossary of Terms. For the Use of Students, Masons, and
Craftsmen. By WILLIAM R. PURCHASE, Building Inspector to the Borough of
Hove. Fifth Edition, Enlarged. Royal 8vo, 226 pages, with 52 Lithographic
Plates, comprising over 400 Diagrams, cloth
[Just Published. Net 7/6

"The book is a practical treatise on the subject, the author himself having commenced as an operative mason, and afterwards acted as foreman mason on many large and important buildings prior to the attainment of his present position. Most of the examples given are from actual work carried out. It should be found of general utility to architectural students and others, as well as to those to whom it is specially addressed."-Journal of the Royal Institute of British Architects.

MODERN PLUMBING,

STEAM AND HOT WATER HEATING.

A New Practical Work for the Plumber, the Heating Engineer, the Architect, and the Builder. By J. J. LAWLER, Author of "American Sanitary Plumbing,' &c. With 284 Illustrations and Folding Plates. 4to, cloth

HEATING BY HOT WATER.

VENTILATION AND HOT WATER SUPPLY.

Net 21/

By WALTER JONES, M.I.M.E. 360 pages, with 140 Illustrations. Medium 8vo, [Just Published. Net 6

cloth

CONCRETE: ITS NATURE AND USES.

A Book for Architects, Builders, Contractors, and Clerks of Works. By GEORGE L. SUTCLIFFE, A.R.I.B.A. 350 pages, with Illustrations. Crown 8vo, cloth 7/6 "The author treats a difficult subject in a lucid manner. The manual fills a long felt gap. careful and exhaustive; equally useful as a student's guide and an architect's book of reference."Journal of the Royal Institute of British Architects.

It is

LOCKWOOD'S BUILDER'S PRICE BOOK FOR 1904. A Comprehensive Handbook of the Latest Prices and Data for Builders, Architects, Engineers, and Contractors. Re-constructed, Re-written, and Greatly Enlarged. By FRANCIS T. W. MILLER. 800 closely-printed pages, crown 8vo, cloth [Just Published. 4"This book is a very useful one, and should find a place in every English office connected with the building and engineering professions."-Industries. "An excellent book of reference."-Architect. "Comprehensive, reliable, well arranged, legible, and well bound."-British Architect. MEASURING AND VALUING ARTIFICERS' WORK

(The Student's Guide to the Practice of). Containing Directions for taking Dimensions, Abstracting the same, and bringing the Quantities into Bill, with Tables of Constants for Valuation of Labour, and for the Calculation of Areas and Solidities. Originally edited by E. DOBSON, Architect. With Additions by E. W. TARN, M.A. Seventh Edition, Revised. Crown 8vo, cloth. 7/6 "The most complete treatise on the principles of measuring and valuing artificers' work."-Building News. TECHNICAL GUIDE, MEASURER, AND ESTIMATOR. For Builders and Surveyors. Containing Technical Directions for Measuring Work in all the Building Trades, Complete Specifications for Houses, Roads, and Drains, and an Easy Method of Estimating the parts of a Building collectively. By A. C. BEATON. Ninth Edition. Waistcoat-pocket size, gilt edges 1/6 "No builder, architect, surveyor, or valuer should be without his Beaton.""-Building News. THE HOUSE-OWNER'S ESTIMATOR.

Or, What will it Cost to Build, Alter, or Repair? A Price Book for Unpro-
fessional People, as well as the Architectural Surveyor and Builder. By J. D.
SIMON. Edited by F. T. W. MILLER, A.R.I.B.A. Fifth Edition, carefully
Revised. Crown 8vo, cloth
Net 3/6

"In two years it will repay its cost a hundred times over."-Field.

SPECIFICATIONS

FOR PRACTICAL ARCHITECTURE.

A Guide to the Architect, Engineer, Surveyor, and Builder. Upon the Basis of the Work by A. BARTHOLOMEW, Revised, Corrected, and greatly added to by F. ROGERS, Architect. Third Edition. 8vo, cloth.

"One of the books with which every young architect must be equipped."—Architect. ARCHITECTURAL PERSPECTIVE.

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The whole Course and Operations of the Draughtsman in Drawing a Large House in Linear Perspective. Illustrated by 43 Folding Plates. By F. O. FERGUSON. Third Edition. 8vo, boards 3/6

"It is the most intelligible of the treatises on this ill-treated subject that I have met with."— E. INGRESS BELL, ESQ., in the R.I.B.A. Journal.

PRACTICAL RULES ON DRAWING.

For the Builder and Young Student in Architecture. By G. PYNE. 4to. 7/6 THE MECHANICS OF ARCHITECTURE.

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A Treatise on Applied Mechanics, especially Adapted to the Use of Architects.
By E. W. TARN, M.A., Author of The Science of Building," &c. Second
Edition, Enlarged. Illustrated with 125 Diagrams. Crown 8vo, cloth.
"The book is a very useful and helpful manual of architectural mechanics."-Builder.

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A HANDY BOOK OF VILLA ARCHITECTURE.
Being a Series of Designs for Villa Residences in various Styles. With Outline
Specifications and Estimates. By C. WICKES, Architect, Author of "The Spires
and Towers of England," &c. 61 Plates, 4to, half-morocco, gilt edges £1 11s. 6d.
DECORATIVE PART OF CIVIL ARCHITECTURE.

By Sir WILLIAM CHAMBERS, F.R.S. With Portrait, Illustrations, Notes, and an
EXAMINATION OF GRECIAN ARCHITECTURE, by JOSEPH GWILT, F.S.A.
and Edited by W. H. LEEDS. 66 Plates, 4to, cloth.

THE ARCHITECT'S GUIDE.

Revised 21,

Being a Text-book of Useful Information for Architects, Engineers, Surveyors, Contractors, Clerks of Works, &c., &c. By F. ROGERS. Crown 8vo, cloth 3,6

SANITATION AND WATER SUPPLY.

THE PURIFICATION OF SEWAGE.

Being a Brief Account of the Scientific Principles of Sewage Purification, and their Practical Application. By SIDNEY BARWISE, M.D. (Lond.), B.Sc., M.R.C.S., D.P.H. (Camb.), Fellow of the Sanitary Institute, Medical Officer of Health to the Derbyshire County Council. Second Edition, Revised and Enlarged, with an Appendix on the Analysis of Sewage and Sewage Effluents. With numerous Illustrations and Diagrams. Demy 8vo, cloth [Just Published. Net 106 SUMMARY OF CONTENTS.

SEWAGE: ITS NATURE AND COMPOSITION. THE CHEMISTry of Sewage.—Varieties of Sewage AND THE CHANGES IT UNDERGOES.-RIVER POLLUTION AND ITS EFFECTS. THE LAND TREATMENT OF SEWAGE. PRECIPITATION, PRECIPITANTS, AND TANKS.-THE LIQUEFACTION OF SEWAGE.-PRINCIPLES INVOLVED IN THE OXIDATION OF SEWAGE.-ARTIFICIAL PROCESSES OF PURIFICATION.AUTOMATIC DISTRIBUTORS AND SPECIAL FILTERS.-PARTICULARS OF SEWERAGE AND SEWAGE DISPOSAL SCHEMES REQUIRED BY LOCAL GOVERNMENT BOARD.-USEFUL DATA. - Appendix: THE APPARATUS REQUIRED FOR SEWAGE ANALYSIS.-STANDARD SOLUTIONS USED IN THE METHOD OF SEWAGE ANALYSIS.-Tables: ESTIMATION OF AMMONIA. -NITROGEN AS NITRATES.-INCUBATOR TEST, OXYGEN ABSORBED.-To Convert GRAINS PER GALLON to Parts PER 100,000. THE HEALTH OFFICER'S POCKET-BOOK.

A Guide to Sanitary Practice and Law. For Medical Officers of Health, Sanitary Inspectors, Members of Sanitary Authorities, &c. By EDWARD F. WILLOUGHBY, M.D. (Lond.), &c. Second Edition, Revised and Enlarged. Fcap. 8vo, leather Net 10/6 "A mine of condensed information of a pertinent and useful kind. The various subjects of which it treats being succinctly but fully and scientifically dealt with."-The Lancet.

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"We recommend all those engaged in practical sanitary work to furnish themselves with a copy for reference."-Sanitary Journal.

WATER AND ITS PURIFICATION.

A Handbook for the Use of Local Authorities, Sanitary Officers, and others interested in Water Supply. By S. RIDEAL, D.Sc., Lond., F.I.C. Second Edition, Revised, with Additions, including numerous Illustrations and Tables. Large crown 8vo, cloth Net 9

RURAL WATER SUPPLY.

A Practical Handbook on the Supply of Water and Construction of Waterworks for Small Country Districts. By ALLAN Greenwell, A.M.I.C.E., and W. T. CURRY, A.M.I.C.E. Revised Edition. Crown 8vo, cloth 5

THE WATER SUPPLY OF CITIES AND TOWNS.
By WILLIAM HUMBER, A.M.Inst.C.E., and M.Inst. M.E. Imp. 4to, half-bound
morocco. (See page 11)
Net £6 6s.

THE WATER SUPPLY OF TOWNS

AND THE CONSTRUCTION OF WATER-WORKS.
By Professor W. K. BURTON, A.M.Inst.C.E.
Extended. Royal 8vo, cloth. (See page 10)

WATER ENGINEERING.

Second Edition, Revised and

£1 5s.

A Practical Treatise on the Measurement, Storage, Conveyance, and Utilisation of Water for the Supply of Towns. By C. Slagg, A.M.Inst.C.E.. 7/6 SANITARY WORK IN SMALL TOWNS AND VILLAGES. By CHARLES SLAGG, A.M.Inst.C.E. Crown 8vo, cloth

PLUMBING.

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A Text-Book to the Practice of the Art or Craft of the Plumber. By W. P. BUCHAN. Ninth Edition, Enlarged, with 500 Illustrations. Crown 8vo 3/6

VENTILATION.

A Text-Book to the Practice of the Art of Ventilating Buildings. By W. P. BUCHAN, R.P. Crown 8vo, cloth

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