{"product_id":"library-of-practical-electricity-complete-8-volume-set","title":"Library of Practical Electricity Complete 8 Volume Set McGraw Hill 1915–1924 Electrical Engineering Books","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis complete eight-volume \u003cem\u003eLibrary of Practical Electricity\u003c\/em\u003e is a substantial early twentieth-century technical reference set published by McGraw-Hill Book Company.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCovering practical mathematics, electrical theory, machinery, power distribution, wiring, and illumination, these books were written for students, electricians, engineers, and skilled tradesmen during the formative years of modern electrical engineering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe set includes books published between approximately 1915 and 1924. It remains an i\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/collections\/vintage-how-to-book-collection\" title=\"mpressive resource for collectors of engineering history, electricians, industrial design enthusiasts, or anyone interested in early electrical technology.\"\u003empressive resource for collectors of engineering history, electricians, industrial design enthusiasts, or anyone interested in early electrical technology.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Library of Practical Electricity (Complete 8-Volume Set)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e McGraw-Hill Book Company\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Dates:\u003c\/strong\u003e Various printings between approximately 1915 and 1924\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardcover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 8 x 5 x 1 inches each\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVolumes Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVolume 1 – Practical Mathematics for Home Study – Claude Irwin Palmer – 493 pages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVolume 2 – Practical Electricity Part I – 336 pages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVolume 3 – Practical Electricity Part II – 646 pages (includes a vintage Monsignor of Detroit newspaper clipping)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVolume 4 – Electrical Machinery – 352 pages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVolume 5 – Central Stations – 332 pages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVolume 6 – Wiring, Light and Power – 551 pages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVolume 7 – Wiring of Finished Buildings – 275 pages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVolume 8 – Practical Electric Illumination – 225 pages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition Grade: Very Good Vintage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePositives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete eight-volume matching set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal maroon cloth bindings with bright gilt spine lettering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBindings appear solid throughout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePages are clean, crisp, and fully legible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNumerous diagrams, charts, technical illustrations, and engineering figures throughout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIssues \/ Wear\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight shelf wear and rubbing to cloth covers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpected age toning to page edges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinor corner and edge wear consistent with age.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVolume 3 contains an old newspaper clipping tucked inside.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo major structural issues observed from the photos.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease review all photographs carefully, as they form part of the description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLike New:\u003c\/strong\u003e Little to no visible wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery Good:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light vintage wear with solid bindings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGood:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate wear but complete and fully usable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFair:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavy wear while remaining serviceable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCollector's Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePublished during the rapid expansion of electrical infrastructure in the early twentieth century, the \u003cem\u003eLibrary of Practical Electricity\u003c\/em\u003e was designed to provide practical training for electricians, engineers, and industrial workers. Subjects range from foundational mathematics through power generation, electrical machinery, wiring practices, and illumination, making this a fascinating snapshot of engineering education from the era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComplete matching sets are increasingly difficult to assemble and make an attractive display in an office, workshop, or industrial history collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping + Trust (Reading Vintage standards)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhoto-verified condition (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/pages\/shipping-policy\" title=\"shipping policy\"\u003eno surprises\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked with our protective packaging standard\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShips in 1 business day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping on $35+ (U.S. only)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDisclaimer\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll items are vintage and may show signs of age, wear, or use consistent with their history. 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