Traces the history and influence of the Ferris wheel since 1893, when the first giant steel wheel, the invention of engineer George Ferris, was constructed for the Columbian Exposition in Chicago.
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Traces the history and influence of the Ferris wheel since 1893, when the first giant steel wheel, the invention of engineer George Ferris, was constructed for the Columbian Exposition in Chicago.
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Add this copy of Ferris Wheels to cart. $13.32, good condition, Sold by ThriftBooks-Atlanta rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Austell, GA, UNITED STATES, published 1983 by Pantheon Books.
Add this copy of Ferris Wheels to cart. $13.72, good condition, Sold by ThriftBooks-Atlanta rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Austell, GA, UNITED STATES, published 1983 by Pantheon Books.
Add this copy of Ferris Wheels to cart. $13.72, fair condition, Sold by ThriftBooks-Atlanta rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Austell, GA, UNITED STATES, published 1983 by Pantheon Books.
Add this copy of Ferris Wheels to cart. $14.77, good condition, Sold by Reliant Bookstore rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from El Dorado, KS, UNITED STATES, published 1983 by Random House Childrens Books.
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This book is in good condition with very minimal damage. This is an ex-library book with stickers and markings. Pages may have minimal notes or highlighting. Cover image on the book may vary from photo. Ships out quickly in a secure plastic mailer.
Add this copy of Ferris Wheels to cart. $31.49, very good condition, Sold by Alien Bindings rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from BALTIMORE, MD, UNITED STATES, published 1983 by Pantheon.
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Ferris Wheels by Norman D. Anderson and Walter W. Brown is a hardcover presumed First Edition (1983). The book is bound in red textured papered boards, quarter-bound in natural beige-colored cloth, accented with gold spine lettering. It is in Very Good condition with a Good dust jacket. The covers are well-maintained and show minimal wear, while the binding remains square and tight. Notable marks include an organizational stamp neatly marked out on the front flyleaf and a minor abrasion on the half-title page. The interior pages are clean, bright, and unmarked, making it a choice addition for collectors or enthusiasts. The dust jacket, while showing some small chips, tears, and creases, as well as general shelf wear, still adds to the overall appearance of the book. The original price of $10.95 is intact on the front flap, further enhancing its collectible value. This book provides an engaging examination of the history and cultural significance of the Ferris wheel, beginning with the engineering achievement of George Ferris, who designed the first giant steel wheel for the 1893 Columbian Exposition in Chicago. The narrative explores the Ferris wheel's rise as a symbol of entertainment and innovation, capturing how it became a centerpiece for amusement industries worldwide and an enduring icon of mechanical ingenuity. The book will be carefully packaged to ensure its protection during shipping and safeguard it from the elements. A USPS electronic tracking number will be provided at no additional charge. Should you require further details or photos of this edition, please do not hesitate to contact us. 53 pages.
Add this copy of Ferris Wheels to cart. $61.03, new condition, Sold by Just one more Chapter rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Miramar, FL, UNITED STATES, published 1983 by Random House Childrens Books.
Add this copy of Ferris Wheels to cart. $25.50, very good condition, Sold by Kulturas books west rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Los Angeles, CA, UNITED STATES, published 1983 by Pantheon Books.
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Very Good+ in Very Good+ dust jacket. 0394854608. Hardcover. White cloth spine on red boards, near pristine. Protected, price unclipped, dustjacket, clean and bright with shelf wear to edges. Book is firm in binding, b&w photographs with portraits of creators of featured ferris wheels, illlustrated endpapers. An illustrated history of Ferris wheels. 53 pp. Plus notes. Review mailing laid-in. Free of any markings, not ex-library.; Oblong 8vo 8" to 9" tall.
Add this copy of Ferris Wheels to cart. $41.50, good condition, Sold by Bonita rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Newport Coast, CA, UNITED STATES, published 1983 by Random House Childrens Books.
Add this copy of Ferris Wheels to cart. $46.13, good condition, Sold by Bonita rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Newport Coast, CA, UNITED STATES, published 1983 by Pantheon.
Add this copy of Ferris Wheels to cart. $121.83, new condition, Sold by GridFreed rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from North Las Vegas, NV, UNITED STATES, published 1983 by Pantheon.
