Automobile Starting and Lighting

The hardcover of "Automobile Starting and Lighting" shows moderate wear, with some fraying at the corners and edges. The binding remains intact, and the pages are clean without inscriptions or library markings. There is no dust jacket, and the book has a few small stains typical of its age.

"Automobile Starting and Lighting" by Harold P. Manly is a technical guide published by Frederick J. Drake & Co. in Chicago, 1919. This book provides a non-technical explanation of the construction, upkeep, and operation principles of the electrical equipment in automobiles. Manly, known for his expertise in automotive ignition and as the editor of Brookes' Automobile Handbook, offers detailed insights into the electrical systems of early 20th-century vehicles. This edition is particularly valuable for collectors and enthusiasts of vintage automotive literature, as it covers historical technologies in a clear and accessible manner. The book is bound in a sturdy hardcover with no dust jacket, showing signs of age-related wear but remaining intact. This copy is a significant resource for understanding the evolution of automotive electrical systems.