Author: James Wilson
Publisher: Chartwell Books
ISBN: 9780785829140
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The Illustrated Directory series provide enthusiasts with a fully illustrated comprehensive, hardcover reference book packed with timelines, historical facts and images designed to inform and excite. The book provides perhaps the most ambitious and lavishly illustrated history of watches for the collector and general reader. It shows in clear detailed pictures over 1,000 important landmark timepieces from all the classic watchmakers from the 1930s to the present day. Organized A-Z by manufacturer, each watch will be shown face on and in some cases some will include reverse and internal views. Each watch will be specially photographed in the studio for this book. The book will also include a comprehensive introduction on the history of wristwatches and a quick reference listing of every piece featured. We believe the book will be the most comprehensive illustrated reference work to this subject.
The Illustrated Directory of Watches
Author: James Wilson
Publisher: Chartwell Books
ISBN: 9780785829140
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The Illustrated Directory series provide enthusiasts with a fully illustrated comprehensive, hardcover reference book packed with timelines, historical facts and images designed to inform and excite. The book provides perhaps the most ambitious and lavishly illustrated history of watches for the collector and general reader. It shows in clear detailed pictures over 1,000 important landmark timepieces from all the classic watchmakers from the 1930s to the present day. Organized A-Z by manufacturer, each watch will be shown face on and in some cases some will include reverse and internal views. Each watch will be specially photographed in the studio for this book. The book will also include a comprehensive introduction on the history of wristwatches and a quick reference listing of every piece featured. We believe the book will be the most comprehensive illustrated reference work to this subject.
Publisher: Chartwell Books
ISBN: 9780785829140
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The Illustrated Directory series provide enthusiasts with a fully illustrated comprehensive, hardcover reference book packed with timelines, historical facts and images designed to inform and excite. The book provides perhaps the most ambitious and lavishly illustrated history of watches for the collector and general reader. It shows in clear detailed pictures over 1,000 important landmark timepieces from all the classic watchmakers from the 1930s to the present day. Organized A-Z by manufacturer, each watch will be shown face on and in some cases some will include reverse and internal views. Each watch will be specially photographed in the studio for this book. The book will also include a comprehensive introduction on the history of wristwatches and a quick reference listing of every piece featured. We believe the book will be the most comprehensive illustrated reference work to this subject.
Illustrated Directory of Modern American Weapons
Author: Ray Bonds
Publisher: Zenith Press
ISBN: 9780760313466
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 480
Book Description
The United States Military has to be prepared for conflicts of every kind, from full-scale international war to battling terrorist enemies on the home front. This fact-filled directory describes and illustrates hundreds of weapons used by the U.S. armed forces, from small arms to battle tanks, artillery pieces, fighters and bombers, aircraft carriers, cruisers and destroyers, submarines, and strategic missiles. Each weapon is accompanied by action photography, detailed specifications, and expert commentary describing its development, service, and combat histories.
Publisher: Zenith Press
ISBN: 9780760313466
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 480
Book Description
The United States Military has to be prepared for conflicts of every kind, from full-scale international war to battling terrorist enemies on the home front. This fact-filled directory describes and illustrates hundreds of weapons used by the U.S. armed forces, from small arms to battle tanks, artillery pieces, fighters and bombers, aircraft carriers, cruisers and destroyers, submarines, and strategic missiles. Each weapon is accompanied by action photography, detailed specifications, and expert commentary describing its development, service, and combat histories.
The Illustrated Directory of Greatest American Cars
Author:
Publisher: Chartwell Books
ISBN: 9780785829324
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The Illustrated Directory series provide enthusiasts with an attractive, comprehensive hardcover reference book packed with timelines, historical facts and images designed to inform and excite. The Illustrated Directory of Greatest American Cars chronicles the greatest love story in history: the love affair between Americans and their cars. This volume tells the story of one of the true American epics, the rise of the automobile industry. Decade by decade, this book discusses 250 milestone models that exemplify the ebb and flow of style and utility. It catalogs big cars, small cars, beautiful cars, eccentric and practical cars. The beautifully formatted full-color book features ephemeral cars that were the fleeting essence of their time, alongside more durable models that have developed over decades. The Illustrated Directory of Greatest American Cars is a record of the fantastic creativity and determination that has driven American car design and technology for over a century. The story reflects American history itself over the last 105 years, and anticipates exciting models yet to be launched.
Publisher: Chartwell Books
ISBN: 9780785829324
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The Illustrated Directory series provide enthusiasts with an attractive, comprehensive hardcover reference book packed with timelines, historical facts and images designed to inform and excite. The Illustrated Directory of Greatest American Cars chronicles the greatest love story in history: the love affair between Americans and their cars. This volume tells the story of one of the true American epics, the rise of the automobile industry. Decade by decade, this book discusses 250 milestone models that exemplify the ebb and flow of style and utility. It catalogs big cars, small cars, beautiful cars, eccentric and practical cars. The beautifully formatted full-color book features ephemeral cars that were the fleeting essence of their time, alongside more durable models that have developed over decades. The Illustrated Directory of Greatest American Cars is a record of the fantastic creativity and determination that has driven American car design and technology for over a century. The story reflects American history itself over the last 105 years, and anticipates exciting models yet to be launched.
The Illustrated Directory of Watches
Author: James Wilson
Publisher: Skyhorse
ISBN: 9781510756595
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The Illustrated Directory of Watches is a beautiful book that will provide watch enthusiasts with a fully illustrated and comprehensive book on all things watches. From historical timelines and facts, this beautifully photographed book will inform and excite both the novice and veteran watch aficionado. Enclosed is perhaps the most ambitious and lavishly illustrated history of watches for the collector and general reader. It shows in clear detailed pictures over one thousand important landmark timepieces from all the classic watchmakers from the 1930s to the present day. Organized A-Z by manufacturer, each watch will be shown face on and in some cases some will include reverse and internal views. Each watch will be specially photographed in the studio for this book. In addition to the beautiful design, The Illustrated Directory of Watches includes a comprehensive introduction on the history of wristwatches and a quick reference listing of every piece featured.
Publisher: Skyhorse
ISBN: 9781510756595
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The Illustrated Directory of Watches is a beautiful book that will provide watch enthusiasts with a fully illustrated and comprehensive book on all things watches. From historical timelines and facts, this beautifully photographed book will inform and excite both the novice and veteran watch aficionado. Enclosed is perhaps the most ambitious and lavishly illustrated history of watches for the collector and general reader. It shows in clear detailed pictures over one thousand important landmark timepieces from all the classic watchmakers from the 1930s to the present day. Organized A-Z by manufacturer, each watch will be shown face on and in some cases some will include reverse and internal views. Each watch will be specially photographed in the studio for this book. In addition to the beautiful design, The Illustrated Directory of Watches includes a comprehensive introduction on the history of wristwatches and a quick reference listing of every piece featured.
The Illustrated Directory of Submarines of the World
Author: David Miller
Publisher: Zenith Press
ISBN: 9780760313459
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 480
Book Description
Describes more than 270 submarines, with information on such topics as their history, number of submarines built, when they were completed, their displacement, their deployment, propulsion, and weapons.
Publisher: Zenith Press
ISBN: 9780760313459
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 480
Book Description
Describes more than 270 submarines, with information on such topics as their history, number of submarines built, when they were completed, their displacement, their deployment, propulsion, and weapons.
The Complete Illustrated Encyclopedia of American Motorcycles
Author: Tod Rafferty
Publisher: Running Press
ISBN: 9780762405282
Category : Motorcycles
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Beginning with the early motorcycle manufacturers, such as Pope, Thor, and Merkel, this book continues right up to the long tenure of Harley-Davidson and includes a 32-page directory of manufactures. 500+ photos.
Publisher: Running Press
ISBN: 9780762405282
Category : Motorcycles
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Beginning with the early motorcycle manufacturers, such as Pope, Thor, and Merkel, this book continues right up to the long tenure of Harley-Davidson and includes a 32-page directory of manufactures. 500+ photos.
The Illustrated Book of Guns
Author: David Miller
Publisher: Thunder Bay Press
ISBN: 9781571452870
Category : Firearms
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Profiles more than one thousand gun models, including antiques, military weapons, and others, providing color photos, technical specifications, and details on their origins, performance, and use.
Publisher: Thunder Bay Press
ISBN: 9781571452870
Category : Firearms
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Profiles more than one thousand gun models, including antiques, military weapons, and others, providing color photos, technical specifications, and details on their origins, performance, and use.
The Illustrated Directory of Warships
Author: David Miller
Publisher: Salamander Books
ISBN: 9781840652604
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 484
Book Description
Covering every major warship type from the American ironclads of the 1860s through today's super-sophisticated aircraft carriers, this fact-filled directory describes more than 200 fighting vessels, providing technical specifications along with development and service histories. Intricately detailed full-color drawings vividly bring the warships to life, while contemporary photographs depict the vessels at sea and in combat.
Publisher: Salamander Books
ISBN: 9781840652604
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 484
Book Description
Covering every major warship type from the American ironclads of the 1860s through today's super-sophisticated aircraft carriers, this fact-filled directory describes more than 200 fighting vessels, providing technical specifications along with development and service histories. Intricately detailed full-color drawings vividly bring the warships to life, while contemporary photographs depict the vessels at sea and in combat.
Boating
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 1108
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 1108
Book Description
Time
Author: Briton Hadden
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Electronic journals
Languages : en
Pages : 1080
Book Description
Reels for 1973- include Time index, 1973-
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Electronic journals
Languages : en
Pages : 1080
Book Description
Reels for 1973- include Time index, 1973-