February 25, 2011 New AC/DC: The Savage Tale of the First Standards War
AC/DC: The Savage Tale of the First Standards War
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A little more than 100 years ago, two titans of industry faced off in one of the most vicious battles the marketplace had ever seen. On one side, Thomas Edison, inventor extraordinaire, the creator of the phonograph and the electric light; on the other, George Westinghouse, tycoon and titan, backing the mysterious eastern European inventor Nikola Tesla. They fought over the very nature of the electrical system in America: would it be built on alternating current (as Westinghouse proposed), or direct current à la Edison? Though a battle over electrical standards sounds dry, this tale is anything but. McNichol's solid if brief survey of this relatively unknown moment in the history of technology ranges from macabre electrocutions of hapless animals (and eventually prison inmates) as demonstrations of the "Death Current" to the gleaming "electrical wonderland" of the 1893 World's Columbian Exhibition in Chicago. Though the author focuses on when it's wise to fight a standards battle and when to give in, some might wish that he had another 200 pages in which to flesh out the story. His book tantalizingly scratches the surface of Edison's ingenuity and force of will, Westinghouse's shrewd business sense, and most of all the sheer eccentricity of Nikola Tesla. (Sept.) Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.
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February 25, 2011 Adesso 6431-01 Eclipse Floor Lamp
Adesso 6431-01 Eclipse Floor Lamp
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Eclipse lamp has a black metal pole and round base. A chrome arc pole fits into the black pole for assembly and is secured by a decorative chrome screw. The clear cord from which the collapsible white paper shade is suspended is held close to the chrome arc by four clear bands. The cord hangs to the floor from the lowest band.
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February 25, 2011 Lantern Arch Floor Lamp
Lantern Arch Floor Lamp
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This Lantern Arch Floor Lamp contains a unique modern design. It spreads out into four arms that arch like a palm frond. It also has a 3-way switch so you can choose from different lighting options according to your needs or your mood. Its elegant style makes it great for an office or home setting! Bulbs not included.
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February 25, 2011 Floor Arc Lamp with Marble Base in Nickel Finish
Floor Arc Lamp with Marble Base in Nickel Finish
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Dimension: 13 3/4"W x 85"H Finish: Nickel Material: Metal, Marble Floor Arc Lamp with Marble Base in Nickel Finish Contemporary arc lamp in a chrome finish with white marble base. Bulb is not included. Assembly required.
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February 25, 2011 Arc Floor Lamp with Metal Shade
Arc Floor Lamp with Metal Shade
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F-1565 Features: -Floor lamp.-Metal shade. Assembly Instructions: -Assembly required. Dimensions: -Overall dimensions: 72'' H x 18'' W. Warranty: -Manufacturer provides 1 year warranty on electrical products and 6 months warranty for finish.
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February 25, 2011 Nova Lighting 4212BZ Mica 3 Light Arc Bronze
Nova Lighting 4212BZ Mica 3 Light Arc Bronze
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Blending dark brown woods and bronze tones , this transitional design will light up any decor. Wonderfully handsome, this art glass inspired design is topped with three mica and bronze finished shades offering a warm, comforting glow for the home.
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February 25, 2011 Ore International 84 Arch Floor Lamp - Chrome
Ore International 84 Arch Floor Lamp - Chrome
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This arch floor lamp is a space saver behind furniture or in a corner
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