A second edition, with few changes, of a work appearing in 1903.
“The book remains a well-written compilation of method and example in stone-cutting and is serviceable alike for self-study and for use in the class-room. The work of revision in preparing this edition has not been very extensive. Some minor lapses were overlooked.”
| + − | Engin. N. 58: 420. O. 17, ’07. 200w. |
“The subject-matter covers a wide range and includes everything that the student is likely to have need for in his future work.”
| + | Technical Literature. 2: 460. N. ’07. 490w. |
French, Lester G. Steam turbines, practice and theory. $3. Technical press, Brattleboro, Vt.
7–9802.
“A book for the student and practicing engineer which contains a discussion of steam turbines and principles, and early steam turbine patents. “A number of chapters give detailed descriptions of all the important turbines now in use in this country and in Europe.” Then follow chapters upon Steam and its properties, Notes on efficiency and design. The commercial aspect of the turbine, Care and management, Condensing apparatus for high vacuum.... The last chapter of the book treats of the Marine turbine.” (Engin. N.)