Calculating on Slide Rule and Disc ― "2x3...... Approximately 6" - Potrait of an Era; Historical Research on Design, Manufacture and Use of Some Slide Rules and Discs by Persons and Firms

Articles presented here describe highlights of the author's collection of slide rules, one of the largest collections in the world. The book begins with an overview on what interests slide rule collectors, how they find slide rules, and collectors' organizations. Remaining articles focus on individual designers and their creations. The companion CD-ROM contains color photos of slide rules, plus descriptions of each one. There is no subject index. Annotation (c) Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)