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The Book of Non-Electric Lighting: The Classic Guide to the Safe Use of Candles, Fuel Lamps, Lanterns, Gas Lights, & Fireview Stoves, Second Edition
The Book of NonElectric Lighting The Classic Guide to the Safe Use of Candles Fuel Lamps Lanterns Gas Lights Fireview Stoves Second Edition Author:Tim Matson Tim Matson surveys an often overlooked aspect of independent living?firelight. — In this completely revised and updated classic, Matson describes in lively detail all the elements of firelight?beginning with an explanation of the lighting system he developed from his Vermont home. — ? The romantic history and modern molding of candlepower — ... more »? Traditional kerosene lamps
? The versatile Aladdin
? Liquid propane (LP) gas lights
? Kerosene and gas pressure lanterns (the Coleman)
? Incandescent mantle safety
? The "Return of Firelight" from glass-fronted hearths and stoves
In addition, Matson shows how to select, assemble, install, and safely maintain these non-electric sources of light. This guide will be indispensable for vacation homes, camps, boats, RVs, independent homesteads?and anywhere in a blackout. 30 black & white photographs.« less