| Machinists handbook from the 60's era. I value it for the pre computer ways of thinking. Lots of gold in that one. MOS 6502 series data book. Moto 6809 Programmers Reference. I actually had someone take me to the local Motorola office to get the 6809 book. Docs were free for the asking, and a kid asking was quite the event. Aspects of that conversation were important to my life. I still have occasion to do paid work, and enjoy fun projects with both chips, and or variants seen today. These are few and far between, but very enjoyable. Mostly perspective and nostalgia in these. It's my roots. The One Minute Manager parable has served me well mentoring and leading. On Writing by Stephen King. Being able to tell a story with clarity has far more utility than one would expect. Besides, I want to write a novel one day. The Art of Electronics, second edition. Probably need to update that one. A Tektronix "How to use an Oscilloscope" book, well matched to my old, analog 400Mhz, 4 channel scope. ANSI / ASME geometric dimensioning, tolerancing, standards books. 2D technical communication remains significant in my life. Recent addition: Mold making Handbook. I need a good primer and a good polymer tech reference. Any suggestions? "Pirates of the Asteroids", childhood sci-fi. Again, perspective. Was the first one I really read through and got as a kid. Kept it, because asshole reminder. 'Nuff said. It's just a personal totem. |
Engineering Handbook from the 60's era. Just glanced at it, and realized I had the title wrong.
Man, there are so many great references in this thread. I've made a short list, and will enjoy my next trip to Powell's books.
Thanks all.