S. Palestrant 
And Then There Was Light – An Illustrated Guide to Lamps with Information on Methods of Lighting, Types of Illumination, Wiring, Plugs, Bulbs and Parts 

This handy guide is extensively illustrated with photographs, drawings and diagrams, forming a complete how to guide to lamps. This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience.