About this title: This new edition of J. E. Gordon's classic introduction to the properties of materials used in engineering answers some fundamental and fascinating questions about how the material world around us functions. In particular, Gordon focuses on so-called strong materials, such as metals, wood, ceramics, glass, and bone. For each material in question, Gordon explains the unique physical and chemical basis for its inherent structural qualities in irrepressibly fresh and simple terms. He also shows how an in-depth understanding of these materials' intrinsic strengths (and weaknesses) guides our ...
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Binding: Softcover
Publisher: PENGUIN
Date Published: 1968
Description: Published by PENGUIN in 1968. Paperback. Condition: Acceptable. Reading copy ONLY #7848644 Shipped from UK. Delivery is usually 2-3 working days from order by Royal Mail, International Delivery is by Airmail. read more
Binding: Softcover
Publisher: PENGUIN
Date Published: 1968
Description: Published by Penguin in 1968. Paperback. Number of pages: 269. Condition: Very Good. May show some slight signs of wear. Shipped from UK. Delivery is usually 2-3 working days from order by Royal Mail, International Delivery is by Airmail. read more
Binding: Softcover
Publisher: PENGUIN
Date Published: 1968
Description: Published by PENGUIN in 1968. Paperback. Condition: Acceptable. Reading copy ONLY #1064592 Shipped from UK. Delivery is usually 2-3 working days from order by Royal Mail, International Delivery is by Airmail. read more
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Date Published: 1984
ISBN-13:9780691023809ISBN:0691023808
Description: Good. Books have varying amounts of wear and highlighting. Usually ships within 24 hours in quality packaging. Satisfaction guaranteed. read more
Description: Good. Minimal damage to cover and binding. Pages show light use. With pride from Motor City. All books guaranteed. Best Service, Best Prices. read more
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Binding: Paperback
Publisher: PENGUIN BOOKS LTD Country = UNITED KINGDOM
Date Published: 1991
ISBN-13:9780140135978ISBN:0140135979
Description: BRAND NEW PAPERBACK. 288 pages. (288 pages) all questions about the nature of materials are vital to engineers but also fascinating as scientific problems. using both si and imperial units, gordon's account of material science is a demonstration of the sometimes curious and entertaining ways in which scientists isolate and solve problems. illustrations (Paperback) read more
Binding: Softcover
Publisher: Penguin Books, Middlesex
Date Published: 1974
Description: 269 pp including index, b&w photographic plates, diagrams, upper wrapper creased, top right-hand corner of upper wrapper taped, number written on rear wrapper, else good copy in illustrated, limp wrappers. read more
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Date Published: 2006
ISBN-13:9780691125480ISBN:0691125481
Description: Good. Unless specifically noted to the contrary, item may contain library markings; 100% of this purchase will support literacy programs through a nonprofit organization! read more
Description: Good. Soiling on cover and edges. tanning on edges. corners and edges little worn., Used-Good. Sound Copy. Mild Reading Wear. Books uploaded via isbn and stock photos may be different than actual book. read more
Edition: Stated First (1st) Paperback Printing
Binding: Softcover
Publisher: Princeton University Press, Princeton, New Jersey, U.S.A.
Date Published: 1984
Description: Very Good. 069102380 Stated First (1st) Paperback Printing; spine faded; 17 B&W photos and illos in plates. read more
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Princeton Univ Pr
Date Published: 2006
ISBN-13:9780691125480ISBN:0691125481
Description: This new edition of J. E. Gordon's classic introduction to the properties of materials used in engineering answers some fundamental and fascinating questions about how the material world around us functions. In particular, Gordon focuses on so-called... read more
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