George L. Fowler / George LFowler
''Electricity: A Condensed and Reliable Treatise'' written by George L. Fowler is a comprehensive guidebook that provides complete directions for constructing and operating any type of electrical apparatus. The book covers the fundamental principles of electricity, including the nature of electric charges, conductors, insulators, and circuits. It also explains the different types of electrical equipment available and their functions. The book is divided into different chapters, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of electricity. The first chapter covers the basics of electricity, including the different types of circuits and their components. The second chapter discusses the different types of generators and motors, their construction, and how they operate. The third chapter covers transformers and their uses in electrical systems. The fourth chapter is about storage batteries and their applications. The fifth chapter is devoted to electrical measuring instruments, including voltmeters, ammeters, and wattmeters. The sixth chapter covers the principles of electric lighting, including incandescent, arc, and gas lighting. The seventh chapter is about electric heating and the different types of heaters. The eighth chapter covers telegraphy and telephony, including the different types of telegraph and telephone systems. The book concludes with a chapter on the practical applications of electricity, including the installation and maintenance of electrical equipment. The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it easy for readers to understand the complex concepts of electricity. Overall, ''Electricity: A Condensed and Reliable Treatise'' is an essential reference for anyone interested in the field of electrical engineering.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.