$48.00
$0.00
Save
$-48
Tax includedShipping calculated at checkout
Please see below for more condition details
Only 1 in stock!
c1916 The Motor Manual 19th Edition Antique British Automotive Reference Book
The Motor Manual: The Original Practical Handbook Dealing with the Working Principles, Construction and Management of All Types Of motor Cars
By The Staff of "The Motor"
19th Edition 400th Thousand
Published by Temple Press Limited: London c1916
"
The Motor Manual, compiled and illustrated by the staff of The Motor, stands as one of the foundational handbooks of early motoring, offering a remarkably comprehensive guide to the workings of the motor car at a time when the technology was still rapidly evolving. Published by Temple Press in London and here presented in its 19th Edition (400th Thousand), this circa 1916 volume reflects both the widespread popularity and practical necessity of such manuals during the formative years of automotive ownership. Written in clear, accessible language, it was intended to demystify the motor car for the everyday driver.
The work covers an impressive breadth of topics, from the fundamental principles of internal combustion engines through to carburation, ignition systems, transmission, tyres, and electrical lighting. It also extends into practical guidance on driving, maintenance, repair, and workshop practices, alongside useful reference material including technical terms, charts, formulae, and performance tables. Period advertisements and illustrations further enrich the volume, offering a vivid glimpse into the motoring landscape of the 1910s, with contemporary marques, components, and accessories prominently featured.
More than a technical guide, The Motor Manual captures a moment when motoring was transitioning from novelty to necessity, and when owners were expected to understand and maintain their machines firsthand. Its enduring appeal lies not only in its instructional value but also in its historical significance, providing insight into early automotive engineering and culture. A desirable and evocative volume, it will appeal strongly to collectors of early motoring literature, automotive historians, and enthusiasts of vintage mechanical design."
Light wear to covers and spine as shown. Inscriptions present. General page age toning present. Binding solid with no loose pages. A nice copy in very good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.
Size 20cm x 14cm x 1.5cm (264 Pages)
