Automobiles by James Slough Zerbe
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About this eBook
| Author | Zerbe, James Slough, 1849-1921 |
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| LoC No. | 15008059 |
| Title | Automobiles |
| Original Publication | New York: Cupples & Leon company, 1915. |
| Series Title | Every boy's mechanical library |
| Note | Reading ease score: 68.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Peter Becker, Joeri de Ruiter and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Summary | "Automobiles" by James Slough Zerbe is a technical guide intended for young readers, written in the early 20th century. This volume serves as an introduction to the mechanics and workings of automobiles, aimed particularly at boys who are interested in understanding the construction, history, and functionality of vehicles. The book covers a broad spectrum of topics related to automobile technology, from basic components to advances in engineering, making it an informative resource for aspiring mechanics or anyone curious about cars. The opening of the publication presents an introductory overview, establishing the significance of automobiles in industrial history and the fascination they hold for young learners. Zerbe emphasizes the importance of mechanical knowledge and the evolution of vehicle design, discussing early innovations such as the steam engine and the transition to gas-powered automobiles. He outlines the aim of the book to demystify the complexities of automotive technology, preparing the reader to explore detailed explanations of individual components, starting with the history and development of automobiles in subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | TL: Technology: Motor vehicles, Aeronautics, Astronautics |
| Subject | Automobiles |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 73790 |
| Release Date | Jun 7, 2024 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 120 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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