The Boy's Book of New Inventions by Harry E. Maule
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| Author | Maule, Harry E. (Harry Edward), 1886- |
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| Title | The Boy's Book of New Inventions |
| Note | Reading ease score: 62.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Contents | The aeroplane -- Aeroplane development -- Aeroplanes to-day -- Artificial lightning made and harnessed -- The motion picture machine -- Adventures with motion pictures -- Steel boiled like water and cut like paper -- The Tesla turbine -- The romance of concrete -- The latest automobile engine -- The wireless telegraph up to the minute -- More marvels of science. |
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| Summary | "The Boy's Book of New Inventions" by Harry E. Maule is a nonfiction book likely written in the early 20th century. This work aims to engage young readers with the captivating stories behind various technological innovations of the time, particularly focusing on the excitement surrounding aviation and other inventions that shaped modern society. Through a combination of historical anecdotes and explanations of scientific principles, it seeks to inspire a sense of curiosity and wonder about the world of invention. The opening of the book introduces the fascinating journey of aviation, primarily focusing on the Wright brothers' groundbreaking achievement of creating the first successful aeroplane. It portrays the enthusiasm of a young boy who is eager to learn about the science of flying from a knowledgeable scientist friend. As they delve into the story of the Wright brothers, the narrative recounts the initial struggles, experimentation, and eventual triumph of achieving motor-powered flight in 1903, shedding light on the considerable advancements made in aviation within a short span of time. The themes of curiosity, perseverance, and the human element in scientific discovery are prominent, setting a tone that encourages young readers to explore the world of inventions further. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | T: Technology |
| Subject | Inventions |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 46232 |
| Release Date | Jul 9, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 94 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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