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For centuries, bells have been a symbol of celebration and solemnity. But have you ever wondered why bells sometimes sound out of tune? In this fascinating book, Arthur Barwick Simpson explores the physics of bells, from their shape and size to the sonic properties of various materials. With detailed instructions on how to tune bells, this book is an essential resource for church bellringers, historians, and acoustics enthusiasts alike. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the “public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.