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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. Through meticulous research, this book unveils the startling reality of gas lighting conditions affecting countless city dwellers during the early 20th century. The author meticulously chronicles a study conducted by the Bureau of Standards, revealing a surprising discrepancy between lamps maintained by gas companies and those neglected or poorly tended to by customers. The findings underscore how inadequate maintenance practices severely diminish lighting efficacy, resulting in diminished quality and increased problems for consumers. Additionally, the book explores how external elements, such as drafts, vibration, dirt, and even shade, detrimentally impacted lighting quality. This comprehensive account offers not only historical insights but also lessons applicable in the present day, emphasizing the importance of proper maintenance for the efficient and satisfactory utilization of lighting systems. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780260605320_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780260605320
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780260605320
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