Chapter II: Part II: Treating of Power of Boilers.—useful Ratios.—notes on

CONSTRUCTION.—CYLINDRICAL BOILER SHELLS.—CIRCULAR FURNACES.—FLAT PLATES.—STAYS.—GIRDERS.—SCREWS.—HYDRAULIC TESTS.—RIVETING.—BOILER SETTING, CHIMNEYS, AND MOUNTINGS.—FUELS, &C.—EXAMPLES OF BOILERS AND SPEEDS OF STEAMSHIPS.—NOMINAL AND NORMAL HORSE POWER.—WITH DIAGRAMS FOR ALL BOILER CALCULATIONS AND DRAWINGS OF MANY VARIETIES OF BOILERS.

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whole work, it may be very fairly stated that Mr. Foley has
produced a volume which will undoubtedly fulfil the desire
of the author and become indispensable to all mechanical
engineers.”—_Marine Engineer._

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a most excellent reference book for the use of marine
engineers.”—_Journal of American Society of Naval Engineers._

COAL AND SPEED TABLES.

A Pocket Book for Engineers and Steam Users. By NELSON FOLEY, Author of “The Mechanical Engineer’s Reference Book.” Pocket-size, cloth =3/6=

“These tables are designed to meet the requirements of
every-day use; are of sufficient scope for most practical
purposes, and may be commended to engineers and users of
steam.”—_Iron._

TEXT-BOOK ON THE STEAM ENGINE.

With a Supplement on GAS ENGINES, and PART II. on HEAT ENGINES. By T. M. GOODEVE, M.A., Barrister-at-Law, Professor of Mechanics at the Royal College of Science, London; Author of “The Principles of Mechanics,” “The Elements of Mechanism,” &c. Fourteenth Edition. Crown 8vo, cloth =6/0=

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Maxwell, and we can award it no higher praise.”—_Engineer._

“Mr. Goodeve’s text-book is a work of which every young
engineer should possess himself.”—_Mining Journal._

ON GAS ENGINES.

With Appendix describing a Recent Engine with Tube Igniter. By T. M. GOODEVE, M.A. Crown 8vo, cloth =2/6=

“Like all Mr. Goodeve’s writings, the present is no exception
in point of general excellence. It is a valuable little
volume.”—_Mechanical World._

A TREATISE ON STEAM BOILERS.

Their Strength, Construction, and Economical Working. By R. WILSON, C.E. Fifth Edition. 12mo, cloth =6/0=

“The best treatise that has ever been published on steam
boilers.”—_Engineer._

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we heartily recommend all employing steam power to possess
themselves of the work.”—_Ryland’s Iron Trade Circular._

THE MECHANICAL ENGINEER’S COMPANION

of Areas, Circumferences, Decimal Equivalents, in inches and feet, millimetres, squares, cubes, roots, &c.; Weights, Measures, and other Data. Also Practical Rules for Modern Engine Proportions. By R. EDWARDS, M. Inst. C.E. Fcap. 8vo, cloth. [_Just Published._ =3/6=

“A very useful little volume. It contains many tables,
classified data and memoranda, generally useful to
engineers.”—_Engineer._

“This small book is what it professes to be, viz.:—‘a handy
office companion,’ giving as it does, in a succinct form, a
variety of information likely to be required by mechanical
engineers in their everyday office work.”—_Nature._

A HANDBOOK ON THE STEAM ENGINE.

With especial Reference to Small and Medium-sized Engines. For the Use of Engine Makers, Mechanical Draughtsmen, Engineering Students, and users of Steam Power. By HERMAN HAEDER, C.E. Translated from the German with considerable additions and alterations, by H. H. P. POWLES, A.M.I.C.E., M.I.M.E. Second Edition, Revised. With nearly 1,100 Illustrations. Crown 8vo, cloth =9/0=

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and one which must take a permanent place in English
drawing-offices and workshops.”—_A Foreman Pattern-maker._

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all who are interested in the construction and design of
medium-sized stationary engines.... A careful study of its
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country. The volume aims at showing the results of practical
experience, and it certainly may claim a complete achievement
of this idea.”—_Nature._

“There can be no question as to its value. We cordially commend
it to all concerned in the design and construction of the steam
engine.”—_Mechanical World._

BOILER AND FACTORY CHIMNEYS.

Their Draught-Power and Stability. With a chapter on _Lightning Conductors_. By ROBERT WILSON, A.I.C.E., Author of “A Treatise on Steam Boilers,” &c. Crown 8vo, cloth =3/6=

“A valuable contribution to the literature of scientific
building.”—_The Builder._

BOILER MAKER’S READY RECKONER & ASSISTANT.

With Examples of Practical Geometry and Templating, for the Use of Platers, Smiths, and Riveters. By JOHN COURTNEY, Edited by D. K. CLARK, M.I.C.E. Third Edition, 480 pp., with 140 Illustrations. Fcap. 8vo =7/0=

“No workman or apprentice should be without this book.”—_Iron
Trade Circular._

REFRIGERATING & ICE-MAKING MACHINERY.

A Descriptive Treatise for the Use of Persons Employing Refrigerating and Ice-Making Installations, and others. By A. J. WALLIS-TAYLER, A.M. Inst. C.E. Second Edition, Revised and Enlarged. With Illustrations. Crown 8vo, cloth. [_Just Published._ =7/6=

“Practical, explicit, and profusely illustrated.”—_Glasgow
Herald._

“We recommend the book, which gives the cost of various systems
and illustrations showing details of parts of machinery and
general arrangements of complete installations.”—_Builder._

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the processes, and of the facts, figures, and tabulated physics
of refrigerating. It is one of the best compilations on the
subject.”—_Engineer._

TEA MACHINERY AND TEA FACTORIES.

A Descriptive Treatise on the Mechanical Appliances required in the Cultivation of the Tea Plant and the Preparation of Tea for the Market. By A. J. WALLIS-TAYLER, A.M. Inst. C.E. Medium 8vo, 468 pp. With 218 Illustrations. [_Just Published._ _Net_ =25/0=

SUMMARY OF CONTENTS:—MECHANICAL CULTIVATION OR TILLAGE OF THE SOIL.—PLUCKING OR GATHERING THE LEAF.—TEA FACTORIES.—THE DRESSING, MANUFACTURE OR PREPARATION OF TEA BY MECHANICAL MEANS.—ARTIFICIAL WITHERING OF THE LEAF.—MACHINES FOR ROLLING OR CURLING THE LEAF.—FERMENTING PROCESS.—MACHINES FOR THE AUTOMATIC DRYING OR FIRING OF THE LEAF.—MACHINES FOR NON-AUTOMATIC DRYING OR FIRING OF THE LEAF.—DRYING OR FIRING MACHINES.—BREAKING OR CUTTING, AND SORTING MACHINES.—PACKING THE TEA.—MEANS OF TRANSPORT ON TEA PLANTATIONS.—MISCELLANEOUS MACHINERY AND APPARATUS.—FINAL TREATMENT OF THE TEA.—TABLES AND MEMORANDA.

“The subject of tea machinery is now one of the first interest
to a large class of people, to whom we strongly commend the
volume.”—_Chamber of Commerce Journal._

“When tea planting was first introduced into the British
possessions little, if any, machinery was employed, but now
its use is almost universal. This volume contains a very full
account of the machinery necessary for the proper outfit of a
factory, and also a description of the processes best carried
out by this machinery.”—_Journal Society of Arts._

ENGINEERING ESTIMATES, COSTS, AND ACCOUNTS.

A Guide to Commercial Engineering. With numerous examples of Estimates and Costs of Millwright Work, Miscellaneous Productions, Steam Engines and Steam Boilers; and a Section on the Preparation of Costs Accounts. By A GENERAL MANAGER. Second Edition. 8vo, cloth. [_Just Published._ =12/0=

“This is an excellent and very useful book, covering
subject-matter in constant requisition in every factory and
workshop.... The book is invaluable, not only to the young
engineer, but also to the estimate department of every
works.”—_Builder._

“We accord the work unqualified praise. The information is
given in a plain, straightforward manner, and bears throughout
evidence of the intimate practical acquaintance of the author
with every phase of commercial engineering.”—_Mechanical World._

AERIAL OR WIRE-ROPE TRAMWAYS.

Their Construction and Management. By A. J. WALLIS-TAYLER, A.M. Inst. C.E. With 81 Illustrations. Crown 8vo, cloth. [_Just Published._ =7/6=

“This is in its way an excellent volume. Without going into the
minutiæ of the subject, it yet lays before its readers a very
good exposition of the various systems of rope transmission in
use, and gives as well not a little valuable information about
their working, repair, and management. We can safely recommend
it as a useful general treatise on the subject.”—_The Engineer._

“Mr. Tayler has treated the subject as concisely as
thoroughness would permit. The book will rank with the best on
this useful topic, and we recommend it to those whose business
is the transporting of minerals and goods.”—_Mining Journal._

MOTOR CARS OR POWER-CARRIAGES FOR COMMON ROADS.

By A. J. WALLIS-TAYLER, Assoc. Memb. Inst. C.E., Author of “Modern Cycles,” &c. 212 pp., with 76 Illustrations. Crown 8vo, cloth =4/6=

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literature of the subject, as it is the production of an
Engineer, and has not been written with a view to assist
in the promotion of companies.... The book is clearly
expressed throughout, and is just the sort of work that an
engineer, thinking of turning his attention to motor-carriage
work, would do well to read as a preliminary to starting
operations.”—_Engineering._

PLATING AND BOILER MAKING.

A Practical Handbook for Workshop Operations. By JOSEPH G. HORNER, A.M.I.M.E. 380 pp. with 338 Illustrations. Crown 8vo, cloth =7/6=

“The latest production from the pen of this writer is
characterised by that evidence of close acquaintance with
workshop methods which will render the book exceedingly
acceptable to the practical hand. We have no hesitation in
commending the work as a serviceable and practical handbook
on a subject which has not hitherto received much attention
from those qualified to deal with it in a satisfactory
manner.”—_Mechanical World._

PATTERN MAKING.

A Practical Treatise, embracing the Main Types of Engineering Construction, and including Gearing, both Hand and Machine-made, Engine Work, Sheaves and Pulleys, Pipes and Columns, Screws, Machine Parts, Pumps and Cocks, the Moulding of Patterns in Loam and Greensand, &c., together with the methods of estimating the weight of Castings; with an Appendix of Tables for Workshop Reference. By JOSEPH G. HORNER, A.M.I.M.E. Second Edition, Enlarged. With 450 Illustrations. Crown 8vo, cloth =7/6=

“A well-written technical guide, evidently written by a man who
understands and has practised what he has written about....
We cordially recommend it to engineering students, young
journeymen, and others desirous of being initiated into the
mysteries of pattern-making.”—_Builder._

“An excellent _vade mecum_ for the apprentice who desires to
become master of his trade.”—_English Mechanic._

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING TERMS.

(Lockwood’s Dictionary of). Embracing those current in the Drawing Office, Pattern Shop, Foundry, Fitting, Turning, Smiths’, and Boiler Shops, &c., &c. Comprising upwards of 6,000 Definitions. Edited by JOSEPH G. HORNER, A.M.I.M.E. Second Edition, Revised, with Additions. Crown 8vo, cloth =7/6=

“Just the sort of handy dictionary required by the various
trades engaged in mechanical engineering. The practical
engineering pupil will find the book of great value in his
studies, and every foreman engineer and mechanic should have a
copy.”—_Building News._

TOOTHED GEARING.

A Practical Handbook for Offices and Workshops. By JOSEPH HORNER, A.M.I.M.E. With 184 Illustrations. Crown 8vo, cloth =6/0=

“We must give the book our unqualified praise for its
thoroughness of treatment, and we can heartily recommend it to
all interested as the most practical book on the subject yet
written.”—_Mechanical World._

FIRE PROTECTION.

A Complete Manual of the Organisation, Machinery, Discipline and General Working of the Fire Brigade of London. By CAPTAIN EYRE M. SHAW, C.B., Chief Officer, Metropolitan Fire Brigade. New and Revised Edition, Demy 8vo, cloth _Net_ =5/0=

FIRES, FIRE-ENGINES, AND FIRE BRIGADES.

With a History of Fire-Engines, their Construction, Use, and Management; Foreign Fire Systems; Hints on Fire-Brigades, &c. By CHARLES F. T. YOUNG, C.E. 8vo, cloth =£1 4S.=

“To such of our readers as are interested in the subject of
fires and fire apparatus we can most heartily commend this
book.”—_Engineering._

STONE-WORKING MACHINERY.

A Manual dealing with the Rapid and Economical Conversion of Stone. With Hints on the Arrangement and Management of Stone Works. By M. POWIS BALE, M.I.M.E. Second Edition, enlarged. With Illustrations. Crown 8vo, cloth. [_Just Published._ =9/0=

“The book should be in the hands of every mason or student of
stonework.”—_Colliery Guardian._

“A capital handbook for all who manipulate stone for building
or ornamental purposes.”—_Machinery Market._

PUMPS AND PUMPING.

A Handbook for Pump Users. Being Notes on Selection, Construction, and Management. By M. POWIS BALE, M.I.M.E. Third Edition, Revised. Crown 8vo, cloth. [_Just Published._ =2/6=

“The matter is set forth as concisely as possible. In fact,
condensation rather than diffuseness has been the author’s
aim throughout; yet he does not seem to have omitted anything
likely to be of use.”—_Journal of Gas Lighting._

“Thoroughly practical and simply and clearly written.”—_Glasgow
Herald._

MILLING MACHINES AND PROCESSES.

A Practical Treatise on Shaping Metals by Rotary Cutters. Including Information on Making and Grinding the Cutters. By PAUL N. HASLUCK, Author of “Lathe-Work.” 352 pp. With upwards of 300 Engravings. Large crown 8vo, cloth =12/6=

“A new departure in engineering literature.... We can recommend
this work to all interested in milling machines; it is what it
professes to be—a practical treatise.”—_Engineer._

“A capital and reliable book which will no doubt be of
considerable service both to those who are already acquainted
with the process as well as to those who contemplate its
adoption.”—_Industries._

LATHE-WORK.

A Practical Treatise on the Tools, Appliances, and Processes employed in the Art of Turning. By PAUL N. HASLUCK. Sixth Edition. Crown 8vo, cloth =5/0=

“Written by a man who knows not only how work ought to be
done, but who also knows how to do it, and how to convey
his knowledge to others. To all turners this book would be
valuable.”—_Engineering._

“We can safely recommend the work to young engineers. To the
amateur it will simply be invaluable. To the student it will
convey a great deal of useful information.”—_Engineer._

SCREW-THREADS,

And Methods of Producing Them. With numerous Tables and complete Directions for using Screw-Cutting Lathes. By PAUL N. HASLUCK, Author of “Lathe-Work,” &c. With Seventy-four Illustrations. Fifth Edition. Waistcoat-pocket size =1/6=

“Full of useful information, hints and practical criticism.
Taps, dies, and screwing tools generally are illustrated and
their actions described.”—_Mechanical World._

“It is a complete compendium of all the details of the
screw-cutting lathe; in fact a _multum-in-parvo_ on all the
subjects it treats upon.”—_Carpenter and Builder._

TABLES AND MEMORANDA FOR ENGINEERS, MECHANICS, ARCHITECTS, BUILDERS, &c.

Selected and Arranged by FRANCIS SMITH. Sixth Edition, Revised, including ELECTRICAL TABLES, FORMULÆ, and MEMORANDA. Waistcoat-pocket size, limp leather. [_Just Published._ =1/6=

“It would, perhaps, be as difficult to make a small pocket-book
selection of notes and formulæ to suit ALL engineers as
it would be to make a universal medicine; but Mr. Smith’s
waistcoat-pocket collection may be looked upon as a successful
attempt.”—_Engineer._

“The best example we have ever seen of 270 pages of useful
matter packed into the dimensions of a card-case.”—_Building
News._

“A veritable pocket treasury of knowledge.”—_Iron._

POCKET GLOSSARY OF TECHNICAL TERMS.

English-French, French-English; with Tables suitable for the Architectural, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Nautical Professions. By JOHN JAMES FLETCHER, Engineer and Surveyor. Second Edition, Revised and Enlarged, 200 pp. Waistcoat-pocket size, limp leather =1/6=

“It is a very great advantage for readers and correspondents
in France and England to have so large a number of the words
relating to engineering and manufacturers collected in a
lilliputian volume. The little book will be useful both to
students and travellers.”—_Architect._

“The glossary of terms is very complete, and many of the
Tables are new and well arranged. We cordially commend the
book.”—_Mechanical World._

THE ENGINEER’S YEAR BOOK FOR 1900.

Comprising Formulæ, Rules, Tables, Data and Memoranda in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Marine and Mine Engineering. By H. R. KEMPE, A.M. Inst. C.E., M.I.E.E., Technical Officer of the Engineer-in-Chief’s Office, General Post Office, London, Author of “A Handbook of Electrical Testing.” “The Electrical Engineer’s Pocket-Book,” &c. With about 1,000 Illustrations, specially Engraved for the work. Crown 8vo, 800 pp., leather. [_Just Published._ =8/0=

“Represents an enormous quantity of work, and forms a desirable
book of reference.”—_The Engineer._

“The volume is distinctly in advance of most similar
publications in this country.”—_Engineering._

“This valuable and well designed book of reference meets the
demands of all descriptions of engineers.”—_Saturday Review._

“Teems with up-to-date information in every branch of
engineering and construction.”—_Building News._

“The needs of the engineering profession could hardly be
supplied in a more admirable, complete and convenient form. To
say that it more than sustains all comparisons is praise of
the highest sort, and that may justly be said of it.”—_Mining
Journal._

“There is certainly room for the newcomer, which supplies
explanations and directions, as well as formulæ and tables. It
deserves to become one of the most successful of the technical
annuals.”—_Architect._

“Brings together with great skill all the technical
information which an engineer has to use day by day. It
is in every way admirably equipped, and is sure to prove
successful.”—_Scotsman._

“The up-to-dateness of Mr. Kempe’s compilation is a quality
that will not be lost on the busy people for whom the work is
intended.”—_Glasgow Herald._

THE PORTABLE ENGINE.

A Practical Manual on its Construction and Management. For the use of Owners and Users of Steam Engines generally. By WILLIAM DYSON WANSBROUGH. Crown 8vo, cloth =3/6=

“This is a work of value to those who use steam machinery....
Should be read by every one who has a steam engine, on a farm
or elsewhere.”—_Mark Lane Express._

“We cordially commend this work to buyers and owners of
steam-engines, and to those who have to do with their
construction or use.”—_Timber Trades Journal._

“Such a general knowledge of the steam-engine as Mr. Wansbrough
furnishes to the reader should be acquired by all intelligent
owners and others who use the steam-engine.”—_Building News._

“An excellent text-book of this useful form of engine. The
‘Hints to Purchasers’ contain a good deal of common-sense and
practical wisdom.”—_English Mechanic._

IRON AND STEEL.

A Work for the Forge, Foundry, Factory, and Office. Containing ready, useful, and trustworthy Information for Ironmasters and their Stock-takers; Managers of Bar, Rail, Plate, and Sheet Rolling Mills; Iron and Metal Founders; Iron Ship and Bridge Builders; Mechanical, Mining, and Consulting Engineers; Architects, Contractors, Builders, &c. By CHARLES HOARE, Author of “The Slide Rule,” &c. Ninth Edition. 32mo, leather =6/0=

“For comprehensiveness the book has not its equal.”—_Iron._

“One of the best of the pocket books.”—_English Mechanic._

CONDENSED MECHANICS.

A Selection of Formulæ, Rules, Tables, and Data or the Use of Engineering Students, Science Classes, &c. In accordance with the Requirements of the Science and Art Department. By W. G. CRAWFORD HUGHES, A.M.I.C.E. Crown 8vo, cloth =2/6=

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with practical problems in their work, or are preparing for
examination and wish to refresh their knowledge by going
through their formulæ again.”—_Marine Engineer._

“It is well arranged, and meets the wants of those for whom it
is intended.”—_Railway News._

THE SAFE USE OF STEAM.

Containing Rules for Unprofessional Steam Users. By an ENGINEER. Seventh Edition. Sewed =6D.=

“If steam-users would but learn this little book by
heart, boiler explosions would become sensations by their
rarity.”—_English Mechanic._

HEATING BY HOT WATER.

With Information and Suggestions on the best Methods of Heating Public, Private and Horticultural Buildings. By WALTER JONES. Second Edition. With 96 Illustrations, crown 8vo, cloth _Net_ =2/6=

“We confidently recommend all interested in heating by hot
water to secure a copy of this valuable little treatise.”—_The
Plumber and Decorator._

THE LOCOMOTIVE ENGINE.

The Autobiography of an Old Locomotive Engine. By ROBERT WEATHERBURN, M.I.M.E. With Illustrations and Portraits of GEORGE and ROBERT STEPHENSON. Crown 8vo, cloth. [_Just Published._ _Net_ =2/6=

SUMMARY OF CONTENTS:—PROLOGUE.—CYLINDERS.—MOTIONS.—CONNECTING RODS.—FRAMES.—WHEELS.—PUMPS, CLACKS, &C.—INJECTORS.—BOILERS.—SMOKE BOX.—CHIMNEY.—WEATHER BOARD AND AWNING.—INTERNAL DISSENSIONS.—ENGINE DRIVERS, &C.

“It would be difficult to imagine anything more ingeniously
planned, more cleverly worked out, and more charmingly
written. Readers cannot fail to find the volume most
enjoyable.”—_Glasgow Herald._

THE LOCOMOTIVE ENGINE AND ITS DEVELOPMENT.

A Popular Treatise on the Gradual Improvements made in Railway Engines between 1803 and 1896. By CLEMENT E. STRETTON, C.E. Fifth Edition, Enlarged. With 120 Illustrations. Crown 8vo, cloth. [_Just Published._ =3/6=

“Students of railway history and all who are interested in the
evolution of the modern locomotive will find much to attract
and entertain in this volume.”—_The Times._

LOCOMOTIVE ENGINE DRIVING.

A Practical Manual for Engineers in Charge of Locomotive Engines. By MICHAEL REYNOLDS, Member of the Society of Engineers, formerly Locomotive Inspector, L. B. & S. C. R. Ninth Edition. Including a KEY TO THE LOCOMOTIVE ENGINE. Crown 8vo, cloth =4/6=

“Mr. Reynolds has supplied a want, and has supplied it
well. We can confidently recommend the book not only to the
practical driver, but to everyone who takes an interest in the
performance of locomotive engines.”—_The Engineer._

“Mr. Reynolds has opened a new chapter in the literature of the
day. His treatise is admirable.”—_Athenæum._

THE MODEL LOCOMOTIVE ENGINEER,

Fireman, and Engine-Boy. Comprising a Historical Notice of the Pioneer Locomotive Engines and their Inventors. By MICHAEL REYNOLDS. Second Edition, with Revised Appendix. Crown 8vo, cloth. [_Just Published._ =4/6=

“From the technical knowledge of the author, it will appeal
to the railway man of to-day more forcibly than anything
written by Dr. Smiles.... The volume contains information of a
technical kind, and facts that every driver should be familiar
with.”—_English Mechanic._

“We should be glad to see this book in the possession of
everyone in the kingdom who has ever laid, or is to lay, hands
on a locomotive engine.”—_Iron._

CONTINUOUS RAILWAY BRAKES.

A Practical Treatise on the several Systems in Use in the United Kingdom: their Construction and Performance. With copious Illustrations and numerous Tables. By MICHAEL REYNOLDS. 8vo, cloth =9/0=

“A popular explanation of the different brakes. It will be
of great assistance in forming public opinion, and will be
studied with benefit by those who take an interest in the
brake.”—_English Mechanic._

STATIONARY ENGINE DRIVING.

A Practical Manual for Engineers in Charge of Stationary Engines. By MICHAEL REYNOLDS. Sixth Edition. Crown 8vo, cloth =4/6=

“The author is thoroughly acquainted with his subjects, and his
advice on the various points treated is clear and practical....
He has produced a manual which is an exceedingly useful one for
the class for whom it is specially intended.”—_Engineering._

“Our author leaves no stone unturned. He is determined that
his readers shall not only know something about the stationary
engine, but all about it.”—_Engineer._

ENGINE-DRIVING LIFE.

Stirring Adventure and Incidents in the Lives of Locomotive Engine-Drivers. By MICHAEL REYNOLDS. Third Edition. Crown 8vo, cloth =1/6=

“Perfectly fascinating. Wilkie Collins’s most thrilling
conceptions are thrown into the shade by true incidents,
endless in their variety, related in every page.”—_North
British Mail._

THE ENGINEMAN’S POCKET COMPANION,

And Practical Educator for Enginemen, Boiler Attendants, and Mechanics. By MICHAEL REYNOLDS. With 45 Illustrations and numerous Diagrams. Fourth Edition, Revised. Royal 18mo, strongly bound for pocket wear =3/6=

“This admirable work is well suited to accomplish its object,
being the honest workmanship of a competent engineer.”—_Glasgow
Herald._

CIVIL ENGINEERING, SURVEYING, &c.

LIGHT RAILWAYS FOR THE UNITED KINGDOM, INDIA, AND THE COLONIES.

A Practical Handbook setting forth the Principles on which Light Railways should be Constructed, Worked, and Financed; and detailing the Cost of Construction, Equipment, Revenue and Working Expenses of Local Railways already established in the above-mentioned countries, and in Belgium, France, Switzerland, &c. By J. C. MACKAY, F.G.S., A.M. Inst. C.E. Illustrated with Plates and Diagrams. Medium 8vo, cloth. [_Just Published._ =15/0=

“Mr. Mackay’s volume is clearly and concisely written,
admirably arranged, and freely illustrated. The book is exactly
what has been long wanted. We recommend it to all interested in
the subject. It is sure to have a wide sale.”—_Railway News._

“Those who desire to have within reach general information
concerning almost all the light railway systems in the world
will do well to buy Mr. Mackay’s book.”—_Engineer._

“This work appears very opportunely, when the extension of the
system on a large scale to England is at last being mooted.
In its pages we find all the information that the heart of
man can desire on the subject ... every detail in its story,
founded on the experience of other countries and applied to the
possibilities of England, is put before us.”—_Spectator._

PRACTICAL TUNNELLING.

Explaining in detail Setting-out the Works, Shaft-sinking, and Heading-driving, Ranging the Lines and Levelling underground, Sub-Excavating, Timbering and the Construction of the Brickwork of Tunnels, with the amount of Labour required for, and the Cost of, the various portions of the work. By FREDERICK W. SIMMS, M. Inst. C.E. Fourth Edition, Revised and Further Extended, including the most recent (1895) Examples of Sub-aqueous and other Tunnels, by D. KINNEAR CLARK, M. Inst. C.E. Imperial 8vo, with 34 Folding Plates and other Illustrations. Cloth. [_Just Published._ =£2 2S.=

“The present (1896) edition has been brought right up to date,
and is thus rendered a work to which civil engineers generally
should have ready access, and to which engineers who have
construction work can hardly afford to be without, but which to
the younger members of the profession is invaluable, as from
its pages they can learn the state to which the science of
tunnelling has attained.”—_Railway News._

“The estimation in which Mr. Simms’s book has been held for
many years cannot be more truly expressed than in the words
of the late Prof. Rankine: ‘The best source of information on
the subject of tunnels is Mr. F. W. Simms’s work on Practical
Tunnelling.’”—_Architect._

THE WATER SUPPLY OF TOWNS AND THE CONSTRUCTION OF WATER-WORKS.

A Practical Treatise for the Use of Engineers and Students of Engineering. By W. K. BURTON, A.M. Inst. C.E., Professor of Sanitary Engineering in the Imperial University, Tokyo, Japan, and Consulting Engineer to the Tokyo Water-works. Second Edition, Revised and Extended. With numerous Plates and Illustrations. Super-royal 8vo, buckram. [_Just Published._ =25/0=

I. INTRODUCTORY.—II. DIFFERENT QUALITIES OF WATER.—III. QUANTITY OF WATER TO BE PROVIDED.—IV. ON ASCERTAINING WHETHER A PROPOSED SOURCE OF SUPPLY IS SUFFICIENT.—V. ON ESTIMATING THE STORAGE CAPACITY REQUIRED TO BE PROVIDED.—VI. CLASSIFICATION OF WATER-WORKS.—VII. IMPOUNDING RESERVOIRS.—VIII. EARTHWORK DAMS.—IX. MASONRY DAMS.—X. THE PURIFICATION OF WATER.—XI. SETTLING RESERVOIRS.—XII. SAND FILTRATION.—XIII. PURIFICATION OF WATER BY ACTION OF IRON, SOFTENING OF WATER BY ACTION OF LIME, NATURAL FILTRATION.—XIV. SERVICE OR CLEAN WATER RESERVOIRS—WATER TOWERS—STAND PIPES.—XV. THE CONNECTION OF SETTLING RESERVOIRS, FILTER BEDS AND SERVICE RESERVOIRS.—XVI. PUMPING MACHINERY.—XVII. FLOW OF WATER IN CONDUITS—PIPES AND OPEN CHANNELS.—XVIII. DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS.—XIX. SPECIAL PROVISIONS FOR THE EXTINCTION OF FIRE.—XX. PIPES FOR WATER-WORKS.—XXI. PREVENTION OF WASTE OF WATER.—XXII. VARIOUS APPLICATIONS USED IN CONNECTION WITH WATER-WORKS.

APPENDIX I. By PROF. JOHN MILNE, F.R.S.—CONSIDERATIONS CONCERNING THE PROBABLE EFFECTS OF EARTHQUAKES ON WATER-WORKS, AND THE SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN EARTHQUAKE COUNTRIES.