Turning and Mechanical Manipulation Intended as a Work of General Reference and Practical Instruction on the Lathe, and the Various Mechanical Pursuit

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First published in 1856, Turning and Mechanical Manipulation is a classic work on the lathe and other mechanical pursuits. Part 2 of the series provides practical instruction and advice for amateurs interested in pursuing these skills. With its detailed illustrations and straightforward writing, this book is as useful today as it was over a century ago.