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VISUAL DESCRIPTION
This is an advertisement for a series of books on Aeronautics, dated October 19, 1933. The ad highlights "Important Books on Aeronautics" and features two specific titles: 1. "Aircraft Performance Testing" by Scott Hall, M. Sc. , B. Sc. , A. F. R. Ae. S. , C. Eng. - Described as an extremely practical book covering the principles and practice of aircraft performance testing. - Contains 216 pages with 34 illustrations. - Priced at 15 shillings net. 2. "An Introduction to Aeronautical Engineering in Three Volumes": - Volume I: Mechanics of Flight by A. J. S. Pippard & J. Hammond * Priced at 8/6 net (which means eight shillings and sixpence). - Volume II: Structures by J. Hammond * Priced at 6/- net (six shillings). - Volume III: Properties and Strength of Materials by J. Hammond * Also priced at 6/- net. The advertisement emphasizes that these volumes provide a comprehensive course of study suitable for those without higher mathematics knowledge but who have some understanding of the subject matter. Published by Sir Isaac Pitman & Sons Ltd. , located at Parker Street – Kingsway – London W. C. 2, the ad invites potential readers to write to the publisher for further details or request a free catalog from them directly. The visual style reflects early-20th-century print advertising design with bold headlines, varied typefaces emphasizing key information, and clear pricing details—all aimed at attracting prospective buyers interested in aviation engineering during that era.

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