Harper's indoor book for boys by Joseph H. Adams
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About this eBook
| Author | Adams, Joseph H. (Joseph Henry), 1867-1941 |
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| LoC No. | 08012775 |
| Title | Harper's indoor book for boys |
| Original Publication | United States: Harper & Brothers Publishers,1908. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 73.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Richard Hulse and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Summary | "Harper's Indoor Book for Boys" by Joseph H. Adams is a practical guide written in the early 20th century. This hands-on manual aims to encourage boys to engage in various indoor activities, focusing on crafts such as woodworking, metalworking, and other household arts. It seeks to provide both entertainment and educational value, promoting the joy of crafting and the enjoyment of creating tangible results. The opening of the book presents an introduction that sets the stage for its content, outlining its purpose as a useful resource for boys during indoor leisure time, especially in winter or inclement weather. It emphasizes the value of creating things with one's hands, discussing the importance of keeping tools in good condition and maintaining a tidy work area. Chapter one begins with an exploration of carpentry, discussing the evolution of woodworking, the necessary tools, and the importance of systematic and accurate work. The tone invites readers to take pride in their craftsmanship while providing practical instructions and encouragement for budding carpenters. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | TT: Technology: Handicrafts, Arts and crafts |
| Subject | Handicraft |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 68650 |
| Release Date | Jul 30, 2022 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 99 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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