It is small, yes, but loaded with facts, figures, tables, and illustrations of almost any subject you can imagine. I think it is called pocket ref and published by sequoia publishing. Check out exclusive footage straight from the mythbusters own video cameras. Chapters cover air and gasses, automotive, carpentry and construction. Aug 30, 2006 i think it is called pocket ref and published by sequoia publishing. Mythbusters shop til you drop tv episode 2005 imdb.
Its the only c reference that fits in your pocket and is an excellent companion to oreillys other c books. A must have for engineers, managers, maintenance and industrial personnel, craftsmen, students, teachers and travelers. Inspired designs on tshirts, posters, stickers, home decor, and more by independent artists and designers from around the world. This is a wonderful reference book with over 96 pages and thousands of updates on information related to construction, lumber, hardware, electronics, welding, plumbing, automotive, and other technical trades. In the shop til you drop episode, adam savage noted that nearly everyone had asked him about the little black book. It was published by sequoia pub and has a total of 864 pages in the book. This episode explored some of the mythbusters favorite stores and vendors they use when buying supplies for the show.
Aug 31, 2010 the title of this book is pocket ref 4th edition and it was written by thomas glover, thomas j. This handy, wellorganized quick reference condenses stacks of perl documentation down. Well this book is the pocket ref, and it has a wealth of information that can come in handy in all sorts of situations. I am quickly could possibly get a pleasure of reading a written publication. The primary reason that i bought the new editions was to get current information on things that have changed over the past 10 to 15 years, such as city populations, area codes, airline phone numbers, etc. If youve ever watched the mythbusters tv show you probably saw them pick up and refer to a small black reference book every once in a while. Glover 1994, trade paperback, revised edition at the best online prices at ebay. Jan 01, 1993 i saw pocket reference on mythbusters and asked for it for a present. Pocket reference book 4th edition by thomas glover. You can order it online or get it from a bookstore. For decades this best selling book has helped diyers and. General, reference work alphascript publishing 20128 isbn. The explosive truth behind 30 of the most perplexing urban legends of all time isbn 141690929x also gives a list of a dozen myths that are unlikely to be explored although four were eventually tested. If you ve ever watched the mythbusters tv show you probably saw them pick up and refer to a small black reference book every once in a whil.
The nice thing about it is that you can tote this little book everywhere which i do. The print is smaller than the earlier version probably a consequence of adding more information which makes it a little more difficult to read. The book of speed by stoyan stefanov is a free public domain, online, opensource, not yet finished, book about web performance. We offer standard, 3 day express, 2 day express, and overnight express shipping options for your convenience. Engineers precision data pocket reference steve heather 72 pages, softcover published. Pdf pocket ref 4th edition by thomas glover jean sally. It is very handy and contains everything from airport codes, measurement conversions, area codes, the periodic table, etc. And, for some strange reason it became one of those items i wanted to obtain for myself. A compact collection of useful information covering a wide variety of subjects. Where do i get the little black book that the mythbusters use. The glover pocket is a treasure chest of a lot of useful information in one small reference book. Pocket ref is an amazing reference containing 544 pages of tables, maps.
Well, the gift giver couldnt find the pocket version, so i received teh desk version instead. Pocket ref is an amazing reference containing 544 pages of tables, maps, formulas, constants and conversions. I in the shop til you drop episode, adam savage noted that nearly everyone had asked him about the little black book. The episode also included a tutorial on how to make ballistics gel by adam and kari which is frequently used in the mythbusters experiments, and revealed the source of the often referenced little black book, the pocket ref. Pocket reference, books, pocket reference, pocket reference brand new. Get 864 pages of charts, tables, conversions, constants, facts and figures on everything youd want to know with this pocket reference guide. Everything you need, right in your pocket glover, thomas j. With many updates, including both new and expanded chapters, the 4th edition pocket ref is better than ever. Oreillys pocket references have become a favorite among programmers everywhere. Pocket ref is a comprehensive, allpurpose pocketsized reference book handbook and howto guide containing various tips, tables, maps, formulas, constants. The pocket ref is available at many hardware stores, in addition to book stores and online. Nov 10, 2015 described as an oracle of all things diy, the pocket ref has been featured on the television series mythbusters. Rene decides to write book 3, i intend to be first in line to read it.
A pocket size reference that has all the fundamental data that engineers need in their daily work. Top 5 mythbusters in minecraft pocket edition mcpe. Its no wonder the pocket ref was featured in mythbusters. Kim via amazon i didnt realize that this two book series was written for the ya group. Heres a few to whet your interest and illustrate the depth of this book. Archangels, a pocket reference book this is an ideal simple little go to reference book, listing and detailing the powerful archangels who are always ready to answer your requests, using their immense wisdom and love for mankind to provide help, support, healing, guidance and protection. The mythbusters discuss their favorite stores and vendors they go to buy supplies for the show. The perl pocket reference is an invaluable reference for those who find themselves frequently searching for a quick answer to a question or reminder of a syntax rule.
In this small book, you get a handy reference to the enormous feature set of mysql, the dominant database in the open source world. The book covers installation of mysql and includes a description of sql commands, data types, operators, and functions. For decades this best selling book has helped diyers and builders reference the correct specifications and access information on a variety of vital topics and categories. This handy pocket reference guide fits right in your pocket and is easily accessible at any time for quick information. Pocket ref 4th edition by thomas glover 9781885071620. The primary reference for sonographers and all students of echocardiography. Pocket ref 4th edition reference book great gifts for guys, pocket. Lead balloon featured the mythbusters at their best. He has a broad background in engineering, computers and electronics and has been a small business entrepreneur since 1980. Pocket ref is a comprehensive, allpurpose pocketsized reference book handbook and howto guide containing various tips, tables. Covid 19 pocket reference book of five response and containment for health and. Pocket ref, 4th edition pocket reference book walmart. It was an engineering challenge and adam and jamie succeeded with a delicate 10 ft lead cube balloon.
This pocket reference book is really amazing even if you have a smartphone, wear a pair of. Ultrasound ultra pass protocol manuals, pocket references. Get a copy of this book and youll never lack the answer to lifes nagging questions again. Chapters cover air and gasses, automotive, carpentry and construction, chemistry and physics, computers, constants, electrical, general science, geology, and much more. Pocket ref contains references, tables, and instructional. Zqpgisbibs pocket ref 4th edition hardback or cased book books tj new concept of the preschool quality education engineering. We are heartbroken to hear this sad news about grant. This a fantastic pocket sized book jammed full of information saw this on mythbusters and. Ideal as an introduction for beginners and a quick reference for advanced programmers, the c pocket reference consists of two parts. Aug 31, 2010 glovers pocket reference book appeared, to me, in an episode of the discovery channel program mythbusters being described by one of the hosts kari byron as their own personal reference bible. Described as an oracle of all things diy, the pocket reference book has been prominently featured on the television series mythbusters. When you find something you want to view later, put it in pocket. Pocket ref is by far our most popular pocket sized reference manual. Choose from our selection of pocket reference books in a wide range of styles and sizes.
The canyon cathedral is a suiting sequel to the equally excellent book manufactured witches. Pocket ref was featured in the television series mythbusters. I dont find any plans to make this a trilogy, but if ms. Byron, belleci and imahara later teamed up again to host netflixs 2016 show. Sequoia publishing pocket reference book english 4. Glovers pocket reference book appeared, to me, in an episode of the discovery channel program mythbusters being described by one of the hosts kari byron as their own personal reference bible. The chess pocket book contains all the essential knowledge. The surfing with dynamite continued the trend towards busting internet videos that has been appearing in mythbusters. Index for information access and it fits in your shirt pocket. The book is full of practical information for doing things and building things.
Savage has commented that it is difficult to test myths that require them to disprove general claims because of the. Jul 14, 2020 grant imahara, the engineer who cohosted mythbusters for discovery and white rabbit project on netflix, has suddenly died at the age of 49. May, 2014 this book is spiral bound and opens out flat or folds back, making it very easy use while you work. Pocket ref the pocket reference book tables, charts, drawings, lists, and formulas will be especially useful for contractors, students, travelers, electronic. Hit that like button because your one like makes me super saiyan. He has a masters degree in geology from the university of texas and is a registered aapg geologist.
Jul 14, 2020 joining mythbusters on season 3, he left the show in 2014 along with fellow cohosts kari byron and tory belleci. This pocket ref 4th edition having great arrangement in word and layout, so you will not really feel uninterested in reading. Where do i get the little black book that the mythbusters. The pocket ref is right up there with the dictionary and thesaurus. All orders are custom made and most ship worldwide within 24 hours. Apr 04, 2005 with jamie hyneman, adam savage, tory belleci, scottie chapman. Tom is the author of sequoias bestselling, flagship product pocket ref and has coauthored several other books since 1989. This a fantastic pocket sized book jammed full of information saw this on mythbusters and thought if its good enough for them then its good. Described as an oracle of all things diy, the pocket ref has been featured on the television series mythbusters.
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