How to Order

PV Scientific Instruments

Contact Us!

The Classic Reprint Page

Induction Coils and High Voltage-Producing Apparatus

Induction Coil Design, by M. A. Codd. E. & F. N. Spon, Ltd., London. 1922. 248 pp. Profusely illustrated.

The most comprehensive text on induction coil construction ever written. $35.

Induction Coils and Coil-Making: A Treatise on the Construction and Working of Shock, Medical and Spark Coils, by F. C. Allsop. E. & F. N. Spon, Ltd., London. 1894. 162 pp. Profusely illustrated.

A well-known treatise on induction-coil making. $35.

Induction Coils in Theory and Practice, by F. E. Austin, E.E. Self-published, Hanover, New Hampshire. 1919. 64 pp. Profusely illustrated.

Without a doubt, one of the most useful texts ever published for the construction and complete understanding of the workings of the induction coil. A must for all coil builders. $28.

The Theory, Design and Construction of Induction Coils, by H. Armagnat, translated and edited by Otis Allen Kenyon. McGraw Publishing Company, New York. 1908. 216 pp. Illustrated.

One of the true classics among induction coil-building texts. $35.

The Induction Coil in Practical Work, including Roentgen X Rays, by Lewis Wright. Macmillan and Company, London. 1897. 172 pp. Well illustrated.

The first book of its kind dedicated to induction coil operation in practical matters, including the x-ray. $28.

Physical Techniques; or Practical Instructions for Making Experiments in Physics and the Construction of Physical Apparatus with the Most Limited Means, by Dr. Joseph Frick. J. B. Lippencott & Company. 1862. 467 pp. Profusely illustrated.

An indispensable volume containing information and techniques for constructing physics demonstration equipment of the mid-19th century. $35.

The Tesla High Frequency Coil: Its Construction and Uses, by George F. Haller and Elmer Tiling Cunningham. D. Van Nostrand Company, New York, 1910. 120 pp. 56 illustrations.

This comprehensive text takes the reader through every aspect of constructing a Tesla coil in the year 1910 when very little equipment was available to the everyday experimenter. $28.

High-Frequency Currents, by Frederick Finch Strong, M.D. Rebman Company, New York. 1908. 289 pp. 183 illustrations.

A definitive text on high-frequency electricity by the man who built the famous Tesla Coil for the Griffith Park Observatory in Los Angeles. $35.

Static Electricity

Lessons in Electricity at the Royal Institution, 1875-6, by John Tyndall. D. Appleton & Company, New York, 1915. 113 pp. Well illustrated.

A truly remarkable text of lectures delivered from 1875 to 1876 by John Tyndall, Professor of Natural Philosophy of the Royal Institution in London, giving a clear and concise picture of electricity and electrical instrument of that time. $30.

Modern High-Speed Influence Machines, Their Principles, Construction Applications to Radiography, Radiotelegraphy, Spark Photography, Electro-Culture, Electro-Therapeutics, High-Tension Gas Ignition, and the Testing of Materials, etc., by V. E. Johnson. 275 pp. Profusely illustrated.

The most comprehensive volume on induction static electric machines ever written. A must for all experimenters. $35.

A Textbook on Static Electricity, by Hobart Mason. McGraw Publishing Company, New York. 1904. 155 pp. Some illustrations.

An excellent text on static electricity and static machines. $28.

A Treatise on Frictional Electricity in Theory and Practice, by Sir William Snow Harris, F.R.S. Virtue and Company, London. 1867. 290 pp. Profusely illustrated.

A classical masterpiece on the subject by a well-known author of the time. $35.

Elements of Static Electricity with Full Description of the Holtz and Tepeler Machines and their Mode of Operating, by Philip Atkinson. W. J. Johnston Company. 1896. 227 pp. Illustrated.

A comprehensive and excellent text on the subject of static electricity and the operation of static machines. $35.

Electrical Influence Machines: A Full Account of Their Historical Development, and Modern Forms, with Instructions for Making Them, by John Gray. Whittaker and Company, London. 1890. 337 pp. Profusely illustrated.

At the time of its publication, this was the most comprehensive text ever written on the topic. $35.

Atmospheric Electricity

Thunder and Lightning, by W. DeFonvielle. Charles Scribner's Sons, New York. 1886. 284 pp. Illustrated.

An excellent text of its time on the subject material. Each illustration is priceless. $35.

Thunder and Lightning, by Camille Flammarion. Chatto & Windus, London. 1905. 282 pp. Illustrated.

An excellent text by a famous astronomer. $28.

Lightning Conductors and Lightning Guards: A Treatise on the Protection of Buildings of Telegraph Instruments and Submarine Cables, and of Electric Installations Generally from Damage by Atmospheric Discharges, by Oliver J. Lodge. Whittaker and Company, London. 1892. 544 pp. Many Illustrations.

The definitive text of its time on the subject. $40.

On the Nature of Thunderstorms; and on the Means of Protecting Buildings and Shipping from the Destructive Effects of Lightning, by W. Snow Harris, F.R.S. John W. Parker, London. 1843. 224 pp. Many illustrations.

This was a very famous text in its time, and is filled with valuable information, especially on protecting ships from lightning strikes. $35.

Lightning Conductors: Their History, Nature, and Mode of Application, by Richard Anderson. E. & F. N. Spon, London. 1885. 470 pp. With numerous illustrations.

An excellent text on the subject material. $40.

Davis' Manual of Magnetism, Including Galvanism, Magnetism, Electromagnetism, Electrodynamics, Magneto-electricity, and Thermo-electricity, by Daniel Davis Jr. Palmer and Hall, Boston. 1857. 330 pp. 180 original illustrations.

The 180 original illustrations and their subsequent explanations provide a thorough view into electrical techniques of the 19th century. This book was a favorite text and reference work of Thomas Watson, the craftsman and "electrician" who played a major role in the development of Alexander Graham Bell's telephone. (Bell's famous first words on his telephone were, "Watson, come here, I want you!") A most unique text. $35.

The Electrical Experimenter, "The Experimenter's Magazine"

Hugo Gernsback's magazine, The Electrical Experimenter, was the most popular experimenter's magazine of its day. We are offering the first 2-and-a-half years of this magazine's monthly issues compiled in 4 reprints. Readers will find the information in these reprints to be the most exciting and inspiring early electrical and wireless apparatus-building guide available anywhere. These volumes contain information on building induction coils, telephones, telegraph equipment, electromagnets, motors, batteries, metering devices, Tesla coils, static machines and many other scientific devices. In his magazine, Gernsback also offered continuing treatises on various topics, including wireless technology, along with instructions for building and experimenting with wireless detectors, receivers, transmitters, headphones, and many other related devices. Another interesting feature of this magazine are the wonderful advertisements for all kinds of electrical and wireless apparatus available at the time.

The Electrical Experimenter Magazine, Volume I, Numbers 1-8 (May-December 1913), by Hugo Gernsback. Experimenter Publishing Company Inc., New York. Illustrated. $38.

The Electrical Experimenter Magazine, Volume I, Numbers 9-12 (January-April 1914); Volume II, Numbers 1-8 (May-December 1914), by Hugo Gernsback. Experimenter Publishing Company Inc., New York. Illustrated. $38.

The Electrical Experimenter Magazine, Volume II, Numbers 9-12 (January-April 1915); Volume III, Numbers 1-2 (May-June 1915), by Hugo Gernsback. Experimenter Publishing Company Inc., New York. Illustrated. $38.

The Electrical Experimenter Magazine, Volume III, Numbers 3-6 (July-October 1915), by Hugo Gernsback. Experimenter Publishing Company Inc., New York. Illustrated. $38.

X-Ray, Crookes, Geissler, & Other Vacuum Discharge Tubes

Elektrische Vakuum-Rohren, by Otto Pressler. Leipzig. C II, 1914. 59 pp. Profusely illustrated, with some color plates.

Catalog of the noted manufacturer of nearly every imaginable type of vacuum discharge tube, including Crookes, Geissler, Holtz, Cross, Zöllner, Tesla, Puluj, Röntgen and other types. A treasury of line drawings of such tubes. $42.

Bibliography of X-Ray Literature and Research (1896-1897) Being a Ready Reference Index to the Literature on the Subject of Roentgen or X-rays, edited by Charles E. S. Phillips. "The Electrician " Printing and Publishing Company, London. 1898. 105 pp. Illustrated.

This text also contains a historical retrospective and a chapter of practical hints by the editor. The back of this book is filled with early advertisements of x-ray equipment. $28.

X Rays, by G. W. C. Kaye. Longmans Green Company, London. 1918. 285 pp. With illustrations.

A most comprehensive text on the subject of x-rays. $35.

Roentgen Rays and Phenomena of the Anode and Cathode, by Edward P. Thompson and William A. Anthony. D. Van Nostrand, New York. 1896. 190 pp. 60 diagrams and 45 half-tones.

Published soon after the discovery of the x-ray, this text compiles an enormous amount of information by scientists working previous to the discovery of the x-ray, and presents their work, opinions, and commentaries relating to the x-ray. William A. Anthony founded the prestigious Cornell University School of Electrical Engineering. A "must" text for all early x-ray enthusiasts. $35.

Practical Radiography: A Handbook for Physicians, Surgeons, and Other Users of X-Rays, by A. W. Isenthal and H. Snowden Ward. Dawbarn and Ward, London. 1901. 197 pp. Illustrated.

A good practical guide to the use of early x-ray equipment. $35.

The X Ray, or Photography of the Invisible, and Its Value in Surgery, by William J. Morton, M.D. American Technical Book Company, 1896. 220 pp. Illustrated.

This rare and most interesting text was written by an innovative x-ray pioneer, one of America's first and foremost. $35.

Roentgen Rays: Memoirs by Roentgen, Stokes and J. J. Thomson, translated and edited by George F. Barker. Harper Brothers, New York. 1899. 76 pp.

Excellent historical material. $25.

Catalog of X-Ray Apparatus, Electro-Medical Apparatus and Allied Apparatus of Every Description Manufactured by the Cavendish Electrical Company, London. 1912. 250 pp. Profusely illustrated.

A wonderful catalog of every imaginable piece of electrical equipment available in 1912. $35.

Wireless and Early Radio

Wireless Selections from The Electrical Experimenter Magazine, by Hugo Gernsback. 160 pp. The Experimenter Publishing Company, New York, May 1913-October 1915. Profusely illustrated.

This is our compilation of Hugo Gernsback's writings and presentations about wireless theory, devices, and experimental projects published in The Electrical Experimenter Magazine from May 1913 to October 1915. A truly marvelous collection of wireless information for anyone interested in early wireless equipment and experimentation! $38.

Two volumes in one. How to Make Wireless Sending Apparatus, by 20 Wireless Constructors of High Standing in the Art and How to Make Wireless Receiving Apparatus, by Twenty-five Radio Experts. 180 pp. The Experimenter Publishing Company, New York, 1916. Profusely illustrated.

Two thumbs up and four stars. One of the best sets of books ever published for amateur radio experimenters. Hugo Gernsback at his best. $35.

The History and Progress of the Electric Telegraph with Descriptions of some of the Apparatus, by Robert Sabine, C.E. Third edition, with additions. Lockwood & Co., London, 1872. 280 pp. Well illustrated.

This book is probably the best explanation of the history and scientific development of the electric telegraph ever written. $35.

Wireless Telegraphy; It's Origins, Development, Inventions, and Apparatus, by Charles Henry Sewall. D. Van Nostrand Company, New York, 1903. 229 pp. Profusely illustrated.

One of the best historical treatises available concerning wireless telegraphy. The author also describes Nikola Tesla's work and its contribution to the radio communication art and industry. $35.

The Mathematics of Wireless, by Ralph Stranger. George Newnes, Limited, London, 1932. 193 pp. Well illustrated.

A thorough covering of all of the mathematical processes used in wireless experimentation. Written in simple, clear language. $35.

Wireless Telegraphy and Wireless Telephony, an Understandable Presentation of the Science of Wireless Transmission of Intelligence, by Charles G. Ashley and Charles B. Hayward. American School of Correspondence, Chicago, 1914. 142 pp. Profusely illustrated.

An excellent presentation of the science of wireless telegraphy and telephony. Profusely illustrated with excellent schematic diagrams that make it easy for the reader to understand the design and workings of most early wireless instruments. $35.

How to Make Wireless Instruments, a Treatise for the Experimenter and Amateur on the Construction of Wireless Instruments and Apparatus, by Twenty Wireless Experts of Highest Standing in the Art. Second Edition. Modern Electrics Publication, New York, 1910. 96 pp. Profusely illustrated.

A first-rate treatise and guide for the wireless experimenter and amateur on the construction of wireless instruments and apparatus. $28.

Radio Frequency Amplification, Theory and Practice, by Kenneth Harkness. The Radio Guild, Inc., New York, 1923. 194 pp. Profusely illustrated.

An extremely detailed explanation of the topic for all radio experimenters. $35.

Maxwell's Theory and Wireless Telegraphy, Part One, Maxwell's Theory and Hertzian Oscillations by H. Poincare, translated by Frederick K. Vreeland; Part Two, The Principles of Wireless Telegraphy, by Frederick K. Vreeland. McGraw Publishing Company, New York, 1904. 255 pp. Profusely illustrated.

Truly one of the finest texts ever written to explain Maxwell's theory and wireless telegraphy. Uses simple language and diagrams. Accompanied by a first-rate explanation of the principles of wireless telegraphy from a scientific and historical perspective. A marvelous book. If you are interested in Maxwell's theory, get this book. $35.

Two volumes in one. Short Wave Treatise Catalogs #27 and #28. 161 pp. The Experimenter Publishing Company, New York, 1934 and 1935. Profusely illustrated.

Each of these two catalogs contains The Short Wave Treatise with valuable information and construction diagrams for radio experimenters followed by the Radio Trading Co.'s marvelous catalog. An absolute delight for radio builders! $35.

Wireless Telegraphy and High Frequency Electricity: A Manual Containing Detailed Information for the Construction of Transformers, Wireless Telegraph and High Frequency Apparatus, with Chapters on Their Theory and Operation, by H. LaV. Twining. Self-published, Los Angeles. 1909. 202 pp. Illustrated.

An excellent text on the subject. $35.

Experimental Radio, by R. R. Ramsey. Self-published, Bloomington, Indiana. 1928. 229 pp. Illustrated.

This unique text analyzes many circuits and hookups contemporary with its publication and is very useful for learning about radio. $28.

Maver's Wireless Telegraphy and Telephony, by William Maver Jr. Maver Publishing Company, New York. 1910. 366 pp. 258 Illustrations.

An important classic. $35.

The Thermionic Valve and Its Development in Radio Telegraphy and Telephony, by J. A. Fleming. The Wireless Press, London. 1919. 278 pp. Illustrated.

The definitive text by the famous author. $35.

A Handbook of Wireless Telegraphy, Its Theory and Practice: For the Use of Electrical Engineers, Students, and Operators, by James Erskin-Murray. Crosby Lockwood and Son, London. 1914. 442 pp. Illustrated.

One of the most sought-after classical texts on wireless. $35.

Principles of Wireless Telegraphy, by George W. Pierce. McGraw-Hill Book Company, New York. 1910. 350 pp. Illustrated.

A much sought-after text of wireless practice. $35.

Wireless Telegraphy, Its History, Theory and Practice, by A. Frederick Collins. McGraw Publishing Company, New York. 1905. 300 pp. Illustrated.

A popular early wireless text. $35.

Wireless Telephony in Theory and Practice, by Ernst Ruhmer. Crosby Lockwood and Son, London. 1908. 224 pp. Illustrated.

Another classic wireless text. $35.

About Our Reprints

Our reprints are sturdy, spiral-bound reproductions of the original texts that offer the reader the opportunity to underline, highlight, and otherwise use the text without worrying about damaging a rare old book. We are confident that our customers will be more than pleased with the vast quantities of original information in our carefully selected list.

About shipping charges: For shipment within the U.S., add $5.75 for the first reprint and $3.25 for each additional reprint. For shipment outside the U.S., please inquire about shipping costs to your country.