Frictional Phenomena

The book is in good condition with a firm binding and minimal wear on the cover. There is no dust jacket. An inscription on the title page indicates it was once owned by Horton Mfg. Co. The pages are clean with no markings or annotations, preserving the integrity of the text.

"Frictional Phenomena" by Andrew Gemant, Ph.D., M.D., is a scientific exploration published by Chemical Publishing Co., Inc. in 1950. This hardcover edition, printed in Brooklyn, N.Y., delves into the complexities of friction from a physicist's perspective. Dr. Gemant, a staff physicist at The Detroit Edison Company, offers a detailed analysis of frictional forces, making this book a valuable resource for researchers and enthusiasts in the field of physics. The absence of a dust jacket and the presence of an inscription indicating ownership by Horton Mfg. Co. adds a unique historical context to this copy. While the edition is not explicitly stated, the book's vintage nature suggests it might be a rare find for collectors interested in mid-20th-century scientific publications. The physical condition of the book, with its sturdy binding and minimal wear, makes it a well-preserved example of scholarly literature from this period.