The Romance of the Reaper by Herbert Newton Casson

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Author Casson, Herbert Newton, 1869-1951
LoC No. 08015470
Title The Romance of the Reaper
Note Reading ease score: 70.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Contents The story of McCormick -- The story of Deering -- The International Harvester Company -- The American harvester abroad -- The harvester and the American farmer.
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Summary "The Romance of the Reaper" by Herbert Newton Casson is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the invention and impact of the reaper, a revolutionary machine that transformed agriculture and significantly influenced the prosperity of the United States. The narrative likely explores the lives of key figures in the development of this technology, including Cyrus Hall McCormick, whose innovations helped to alleviate hunger and poverty. At the start of the book, readers are introduced to the historical context surrounding the invention of the reaper. Casson paints a vivid picture of the plight of farmers before the advent of mechanized harvesting, highlighting how laborious grain harvesting was before the reaper was developed. The narrative outlines Cyrus McCormick's journey from a young inventor facing skepticism to becoming a pivotal figure in American agriculture, sharing anecdotes that showcase the initial challenges and triumphs of introducing this life-changing technology to farmers and society at large. The opening sets the stage for a grand exploration of the machine's historical significance and its contribution to economic and social progress in America. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class HD: Social sciences: Economic history and conditions, Production
Subject Harvesting machinery
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EBook-No. 32702
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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