J. Ch. Gobron - El Automóvil Moderno — J. Ch. Gobron — Editorial Ossó (Barcelona, 1939) - 1939
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Brand: varios; Type: book; Model: El Automóvil Moderno by J. Ch. Gobron, Editorial Ossó (Barcelona, 1939), Spanish language, 302 pages, hardcover, good condition.
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Third enlarged edition – Classical mechanics – Illustrated – Very rare
An original copy of 'El Automóvil Moderno,' a technical work written by engineer J. Ch. Gobron and published by Editorial Ossó (Barcelona) in 1939, as indicated on the printing page.
This book is part of the early technical works on motorsport published in Spain, aimed at both enthusiasts and professionals. It includes more than a hundred mechanical illustrations, diagrams, and technical explanations about the operation, maintenance, breakdowns, and driving of automobiles of the time.
Details of the specimen
The Modern Automobile
• Author: J. Ch. Gobron (Engineer)
• Editorial: Editorial Ossó, Barcelona
Third edition, expanded.
Year: 1939 (printing house 'Antonio Galve, Barcelona – 1939')
Binding: hardcover with embossed design and gold accents
• Illustrated: Yes — numerous technical drawings, diagrams, mechanical schemes.
Language: Spanish.
• Pages: Complete (including original index)
Featured content
The work is presented as a comprehensive motorsport course, with detailed explanations about:
Constitution and operation of the automobile
• Motors (2-stroke, 4-stroke, multi-cylinder)
Chain and cardan shaft transmissions
Differential
Engine parts: cylinder, cylinder head, piston, crankshaft, valves, connecting rod.
Frequent breakdowns and how to avoid them.
Driving tips
Maintenance for the non-professional user
A didactic and historical manual that allows understanding the automotive technology immediately before and after the Spanish Civil War.
Book condition
Good for its age (85 years).
Hardcover well preserved, with minor wear on the edges.
Clean interior, yellowed pages due to the passage of time.
No significant damages are observed.
Solid binding
Ideal for collectors of technical books, museums, classic workshops, motor enthusiasts, and vintage automotive bibliography.
Shipping
Certified shipping with a tracking number.
Very protected packaging
International shipping available.
Third enlarged edition – Classical mechanics – Illustrated – Very rare
An original copy of 'El Automóvil Moderno,' a technical work written by engineer J. Ch. Gobron and published by Editorial Ossó (Barcelona) in 1939, as indicated on the printing page.
This book is part of the early technical works on motorsport published in Spain, aimed at both enthusiasts and professionals. It includes more than a hundred mechanical illustrations, diagrams, and technical explanations about the operation, maintenance, breakdowns, and driving of automobiles of the time.
Details of the specimen
The Modern Automobile
• Author: J. Ch. Gobron (Engineer)
• Editorial: Editorial Ossó, Barcelona
Third edition, expanded.
Year: 1939 (printing house 'Antonio Galve, Barcelona – 1939')
Binding: hardcover with embossed design and gold accents
• Illustrated: Yes — numerous technical drawings, diagrams, mechanical schemes.
Language: Spanish.
• Pages: Complete (including original index)
Featured content
The work is presented as a comprehensive motorsport course, with detailed explanations about:
Constitution and operation of the automobile
• Motors (2-stroke, 4-stroke, multi-cylinder)
Chain and cardan shaft transmissions
Differential
Engine parts: cylinder, cylinder head, piston, crankshaft, valves, connecting rod.
Frequent breakdowns and how to avoid them.
Driving tips
Maintenance for the non-professional user
A didactic and historical manual that allows understanding the automotive technology immediately before and after the Spanish Civil War.
Book condition
Good for its age (85 years).
Hardcover well preserved, with minor wear on the edges.
Clean interior, yellowed pages due to the passage of time.
No significant damages are observed.
Solid binding
Ideal for collectors of technical books, museums, classic workshops, motor enthusiasts, and vintage automotive bibliography.
Shipping
Certified shipping with a tracking number.
Very protected packaging
International shipping available.
Details
Number of Books
1
Brand
varios
Subject
Cars and motorsport
Book Title
El Automóvil Moderno — J. Ch. Gobron — Editorial Ossó (Barcelona, 1939)
Author/ Illustrator
J. Ch. Gobron
Condition
Good
Publication year oldest item
1939
Edition
Other edition
Language
Spanish
Original language
No
Number of pages
302
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