Time-Saver Standards for Architectural Lighting (Time-saver Standards)
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    Time-Saver Standards for Architectural Lighting (Time-saver Standards)
    Gary Steffy Lighting Design Inc.
    Manufacturer: McGraw-Hill Professional
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    ASIN: 0070610460

    Book Description

    This is the first and only complete resource for lighting design, giving architects and designers--as well as engineers--all the right tools to implement quality installations. Features a graphics-rich presentation full of lighting patterns, installation photos, fixtures and schemes with costs, plus color sections displaying how to mix light and color. Inside: essential safety-and compliance-facilitating code information from the National Electric Code, Energy Policy Act, and other sources. Includes hundreds of interior and exterior details from a range of project types.
    The Chemistry of Artificial Lighting Devices (STUDIES IN INORGANIC CHEMISTRY)
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      The Chemistry of Artificial Lighting Devices (STUDIES IN INORGANIC CHEMISTRY)
      R. C. Ropp
      Manufacturer: Elsevier Science Publishing Company
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      ASIN: 0444817093

      Book Description

      Both the early use of artificial lighting and current manufacturing methods concerning incandescent and fluorescent lamps are covered in this book. The protocols for manufacture of fluorescent lamp phosphors and those used in cathode ray tubes are also treated in some detail. This text surveys the amazing, vast array of artificial lighting devices known to date in terms of how they arose and are, or have been used by mankind.

      A complete description of the formulations and methodology for manufacturing all known phosphors is given. The book will serve as a repository of such phosphor manufacturing methods, including that of cathode ray tube phosphors. Methods of manufacture of lamp parts are also presented, including that of tungsten wire. The original approaches used are described as well as improvements in technology. These will serve as comparative methods for present day manufacture of these components. A history of the lamp industry is presented. Several methods are given which may serve as a source for further work in the lamp industry. Some of the earliest work has been applied in the laser industry to develop new types of discharge lasers. These include nitrogen-gas lasers and the rare gas (excimer) lasers. Previous work on lamps may also be applied in the development of new types of lasers.
      Lighting a Lamp: A Diwali Story (Festival Time)
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      • Nice Introduction to Diwali!
      Lighting a Lamp: A Diwali Story (Festival Time)
      Jonny Zucker
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      ASIN: 0764126709

      Book Description

      Books in the Festival Time series describe the activities of typical families as parents and children celebrate some of their culture’s major holidays. Attractive color illustrations on every page will appeal to younger children. The simply yet delightfully told stories describe the festivities while giving children background information about holidays in many different cultures. A two-page spread at the back of each book contains information for parents, and includes suggestions on ways to communicate the holiday’s meaning to kids. Diwali is the Hindu five-day festival of lights that welcomes in the lunar new year. It is celebrated on the 15th day of the dark fortnight of the Hindu month of Ashwin, or Aasho, which occurs in October or November, depending on the lunar calendar. During the festival, parents tell stories that relate to the holiday, exchange gifts of sweets, light candles, and attend elaborate fireworks displays. The holiday is marked by an abundance of lights displayed in homes and businesses.

      Customer Reviews:

      5 out of 5 stars Nice Introduction to Diwali! .......2004-11-17

      I really am pleased how it approaches its subject matter. Most children's books about international holidays are too technical and long to be used as a read aloud. This book can be useful and provide useful information. If a student wants more they can read a more complex book later. It also helps include an ESOL child's holiday in class, even young kids.
      19th Century Elegant Lighting: Argand, Sinumbra, and Solar Lamps
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        19th Century Elegant Lighting: Argand, Sinumbra, and Solar Lamps
        Gerald T. Gowitt
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        Oil Lamps 3 : Victorian Kerosene Lighting 1860-1900
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        • Thuro's Victorian Lighting
        Oil Lamps 3 : Victorian Kerosene Lighting 1860-1900
        Catherine M. V. Thuro
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        ASIN: 1574320890

        Book Description

        Oil lamps are showcased in hundreds of black and white and color photographs throughout these pages, with greater emphasis on diversity, trimmings, and the probable placement in the home. Lighting fixtures such as hall, hanging, or bracket lamps reveal that Victorian homeowners had an astounding selection from which to choose. The many catalog illustrations and advertisements serve to date lamps and perhaps identify their manufacturer. This third volume is both a visual feast and a wealth of information for readers and collectors. 2003 values. AUTHORBIO: Catherine Thuro is a researcher, lecturer, writer, and museum consultant in the field of early lighting. She has authored three volumes on oil lamps, which have become standard references in the field. She has lectured to museums and clubs in the U.S. and Canada, including the Sandwich Glass Museum, The Royal Ontario Museum, The Ford Museum, The Huntington Galleries, The Early American Industries Association, and The Early American Glass Club. REVIEW: This is the third volume in a three-volume series by author Catherine Thuro, one of Canada's leading authorities on early lighting. Her books are highly acclaimed and are considered required reading by collectors.

        Customer Reviews:

        5 out of 5 stars Thuro's Victorian Lighting .......2007-07-30

        This is the third book by Catherine Thuro on the subject of kerosene oil lighting and lamps. This book is as informative and useful as were her other two books. As an avid collector of whale oil and Kerosene oil antique lamps and lighting, I feel her books are one of the best reference sources available. I highly recommend this book to anyone who embraces the passion of collecting antique lighting!
        Designing With Light: An Introduction to Stage Lighting
        Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
        • Good text for entry level designers and professionals alike
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        J. Michael Gillette
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        This comprehensive survey of the practical and aesthetic aspects of basic lighting design treats lighting design for the stage as both an art closely integrated with the director’s, actor’s, and playwright’s vision, and a craft that provides practical solutions for the manipulation of stage space.

        Customer Reviews:

        4 out of 5 stars Good text for entry level designers and professionals alike.......1999-05-29

        Well worth having in your collection. A good introduction to the art of lighting theatre productions, with good explanations and examples of the design process. Simple information on control systems and basic patching processes but quite useful colour theory chapter. Also covers luminaires and effects projection techniques. All in all a good text.
        Decorative Lighting Ideas & Projects (Better Homes & Gardens)
        Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
        • Better Homes and Gardens wins again!
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        Better Homes and Gardens Books
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        In home centers across North America, lighting sections are expanding in response to consumer demand. This book will help people use lighting more effectively.

        Select the best lighting for an area and a particular task:

        Use different light sources effectively:

        From chandeliers to spotlights, full-color photos and step-by-step illustrations demonstrate how different lighting choices change the aura of a room:

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        5 out of 5 stars Better Homes and Gardens wins again!.......2006-02-25

        Made planning some good lighting ideas for a new construction house a whole lot easier. Clearly explains some needed basic principles and considerations. I was able to communicate with our electrical contractor on a more informed level than I ever would have been without first going through another winner from the BH&G lineup of home related books.
        How to Book of Repairing, Rewiring, and Restoring Lamps and Lighting Fixtures
        Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
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        Rachel Martens
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        ASIN: 0385147473

        Customer Reviews:

        5 out of 5 stars Includes Restoration section.......2003-10-04

        Includes extensive rewiring and restoration sections, along with detailed illustrations. This book also shows you how to convert old oil and gas lamps to electricity and how to restore turn of the century lamps.
        Traffic Accident Investigators' Lamp Analysis Manual
        Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
        • Traffic Accident Investigatior Lamp Manual
        Traffic Accident Investigators' Lamp Analysis Manual
        R. W. Rivers , and Frederick G. Hochgraf
        Manufacturer: Charles C. Thomas Publisher
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        ASIN: 0398071349

        Book Description

        This manual has been designed to help traffic accident investigators and reconstructionists meet the high standard of performance and expertise necessary to determine vehicle lamp status for “on” and “off” conditions at the time of a vehicle collision. Each chapter provides clear definitions of and statements about the topics it contains, with graduated commentary arranged so as to present a natural development and understanding of the chapter subject matter. A number of working hypotheses using examples and photographs are provided to assist the examining technician or analyst in the interpretation of items of evidence that might be presented. The text discusses examining the vehicle for exhibits, the precautions that must be taken in collecting and preserving evidence, lamp identification and analysis, hot and cold shock analysis, packaging and transferring exhibits to the forensic science laboratory, and the mistakes that are inherent in investigations and how to avoid them. In addition, the application of physics and vehicle behavior in relation to lamp damages is thoroughly discussed. The book has been written in a clear and concise style that is further enhanced by the liberal use of illustrations. It has been designed not only for use as a handy reference manual but also to be of assistance as a training manual for use in police training schools that include lamp examination as part of their curriculum. In addition, the text will be useful and practical for investigators, forensic technicians, attorneys, insurance investigators, and judges.

        Customer Reviews:

        4 out of 5 stars Traffic Accident Investigatior Lamp Manual .......2007-01-08

        A very good book to understand the different failure modes when incandescent lightsource are used in a car, excellent pictures and examples, the procedures description are in use now, on the other hand a revision must be made to update with new lightsources used in the market; like HID (High Intensive Discharge) & the use of LED in traffic accidents, color pictures are neccesary to understand some failure modes, will be nice to add in the next edition.
        Antique Lamp Buyer's Guide: Identifying Late 19th and Early 20th Century American Lighting
        Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
        • Antique Lamp Buyer's Guide by Nadja Maril
        • Terrific photos but pretty skimpy on reference features
        • Very informative.
        • The Best Book on the Subject
        • A "Must Own" For Your Library
        Antique Lamp Buyer's Guide: Identifying Late 19th and Early 20th Century American Lighting
        Nadja Maril
        Manufacturer: Schiffer Publishing
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        ASIN: 0764308548

        Book Description

        Do you own an old lamp? Are you wondering what it is, how it was originally used, how you can make it better, or how much it is worth? If so, this book is written for you! Easy to read and complete with a newly revised price guide, this book answers many of the basic questions confronting lamp collectors, from "Where do I look for a manufacturer's signature?" to "How do I distinguish reproductions from originals?" Using a combination of color photographs and catalog illustrations, here is a wealth of information for anyone interested in buying or selling old lighting. Included also is a discussion of restoration issues like rewiring, practical uses for fixtures originally made for gas or oil, and restoring and protecting metal finishes.

        Customer Reviews:

        4 out of 5 stars Antique Lamp Buyer's Guide by Nadja Maril.......2007-03-14

        A nice book to have to briefly educate yourself on many styles of late 19th and early 20th century lamps. Not so much a reference book as it is a book of education.

        4 out of 5 stars Terrific photos but pretty skimpy on reference features.......2005-01-14

        This book provides a good overview of vintage lamps (including both oil and electric) and some excellent photos of an assortment of these lamps. If you like lamps, it is a pleasant book to read because of the excellent photography and the fairly broad array of lamp styles found in the book. I was, however, disappointed that the author falls short in the basic research that collectors really need. The title says it is a guide for antique lamp buyers, but the book has not been particularly helpful to me when I have looked at buying different lamps. For example, look up Bradley & Hubbard's electric lamps in the index and it directs you to photos of a sconce made by B&H - no electric lamps. It tells you little about the company history, their identifying marks, the quality of their product, and which styles tend to be preferred. Despite these critical comments, this still is probably the best book on the market today. So, I would recommend this book to beginning collectors and people who just like to look at good pictures of lamps. For the more serious collector, you might want to wait until Nadja Maril or another author publishes a new and improved version.

        5 out of 5 stars Very informative........2004-06-20

        What a great book. Full of history, photos, examples, tips for the search of these lamps as well as proper care and restoration. I can't wait until the author writes another one! I highly recommend it to anyone.

        5 out of 5 stars The Best Book on the Subject.......2002-04-15

        If you need accurate and practial information about old lamps and light fixtures, this is the best book on the market. I refer to it all the time! The pictures are of excellent quality and the writing is clear and concise.

        5 out of 5 stars A "Must Own" For Your Library.......1999-10-03

        If you are looking for a book which has both an overview of different kinds of late 19th century and early 20th century American lighting and some practical advice on both buying and restoration; this is the book for you. It doesn't have everything; but a lot of good information, beautiful pictures and a price guide are included in its 142 pages. I like the way she has both original catalogue pictures and photographs. It's the best single book on the subject I've been able to find!

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