Splendors of the sky. I. E. Lewis. Duffield 343p. $1.50.
Interesting chapters on astronomy written for the general reader. Valuable as a popular account of recent progress in astronomy. Illustrated. Appeared originally in a daily newspaper.
Artificial light, its influence upon civilization. M. Luckiesch. Century. 366p. $2.50. (The century books of useful science.)
The author traces the methods of producing and uses of artificial lighting from its earliest forms of which we have knowledge to the present day, and considers how human progress has been advanced by the overcoming of darkness. The book is interestingly written and well illustrated.
Author is director of applied science, Nela research laboratory, National Lamp Works of the General Electric Company.
The motor cycle handbook: the construction, operation, care and repair of modern types of motor cycles, their accessories and equipment. H. P. Manly. Drake. 320p. $1.50.
A practical book describing and illustrating in considerable detail various types of motor cycles, their engines, fuel systems, electrical equipment, transmissions, running gear, etc. Contains chapters on power attachments and side cars, and on motor cycle repairs.
The author has written several practical books on the automobile.
Automobile electric systems; an analysis of all the systems now used on motor cars with 200 wiring diagrams and giving special attention to trouble shooting and repairs. D. P. Moreton and D. S. Hatch. 591p. $3.50.
Describes and illustrates in detail the various electrical installations employed in igniting the gas, starting the motor and supplying light for the lamps of automobiles of all types. Particular attention is given to systems used on Ford cars.