Practical Draughtsmens Work (1906)

Practical Draughtsmen's Work is a book written by Paul Nooncree Hasluck in 1906. The book is a comprehensive guide for draughtsmen and covers a wide range of topics related to the field of drafting. The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different aspect of the work of a draughtsman. The first section of the book provides an introduction to the tools and materials used in drafting, including pencils, rulers, compasses, and drawing boards. The second section covers the principles of projection, including orthographic projection and perspective drawing. The third section of the book focuses on the construction of geometrical figures, including circles, ellipses, and polygons. The fourth section covers the construction of curves, including parabolas, hyperbolas, and spirals. The fifth section of the book covers the construction of architectural and mechanical drawings, including plans, elevations, sections, and details. The sixth section covers the use of shading and color in drawings, including the use of light and shadow to create the illusion of depth and the use of color to convey information. Overall, Practical Draughtsmen's Work is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the field of drafting, providing a comprehensive guide to the tools, principles, and techniques used in the profession.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.