Stallcup's "Starting Methods for Motors" is an authoritative publication in electrical engineering and motor systems. This comprehensive guide explores various techniques for starting electric motors, crucial for ensuring their efficient and reliable operation. The book covers a wide range of starting methods, including direct-on-line (DOL), star-delta, autotransformer, and soft starters, detailing their principles, advantages, and applications. It also addresses the impact of starting methods on motor performance, energy efficiency, and electrical system stability. Designed for electrical engineers, technicians, electricians, and students, Stallcup's "Starting Methods for Motors" serves as an essential resource for selecting and implementing the appropriate starting techniques to optimize motor performance and longevity in diverse industrial, commercial, and residential settings.