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Title: A History of Inventions, Discoveries, and Origins, Volume 1 (of 2)

Note: Reading ease score: 63.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Note: Translation of: Beyträge zur Geschichte der Erfindungen

Credits: Produced by Charlie Howard and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive)

Summary: "A History of Inventions, Discoveries, and Origins, Volume 1" by John Beckmann is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This work delves into the origins and development of various inventions and discoveries across diverse fields, showcasing the progress of human ingenuity throughout history. The opening of the book outlines Beckmann's intentions and approach, emphasizing the lack of a comprehensive historical account on the subject of inventions and their influence on society. It begins with a strong assertion about the importance of curiosity in understanding the roots of inventions, followed by initial discussions on specific topics such as Italian book-keeping and the odometer. The narrative not only highlights remarkable inventions but also provides insights into their historical significance and the intricate web of knowledge and culture that contributed to their development. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Beckmann, Johann, 1739-1811

Editor: Francis, William, 1817-1904

Editor: Griffith, J. W. (John William)

Translator: Johnston, William

EBook No.: 48151

Published: Feb 4, 2015

Downloads: 192

Language: English

Subject: Inventions -- History

LoCC: Technology

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: A History of Inventions, Discoveries, and Origins, Volume 1 (of 2)

Note: Reading ease score: 63.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Note: Translation of: Beyträge zur Geschichte der Erfindungen

Credits: Produced by Charlie Howard and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive)

Summary: "A History of Inventions, Discoveries, and Origins, Volume 1" by John Beckmann is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This work delves into the origins and development of various inventions and discoveries across diverse fields, showcasing the progress of human ingenuity throughout history. The opening of the book outlines Beckmann's intentions and approach, emphasizing the lack of a comprehensive historical account on the subject of inventions and their influence on society. It begins with a strong assertion about the importance of curiosity in understanding the roots of inventions, followed by initial discussions on specific topics such as Italian book-keeping and the odometer. The narrative not only highlights remarkable inventions but also provides insights into their historical significance and the intricate web of knowledge and culture that contributed to their development. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Beckmann, Johann, 1739-1811

Editor: Francis, William, 1817-1904

Editor: Griffith, J. W. (John William)

Translator: Johnston, William

EBook No.: 48151

Published: Feb 4, 2015

Downloads: 192

Language: English

Subject: Inventions -- History

LoCC: Technology

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.