The Story of the Typewriter, 1873-1923 by Herkimer County Historical Society
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About this eBook
| Creator | Herkimer County Historical Society |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 23012237 |
| Title | The Story of the Typewriter, 1873-1923 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 58.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Story of the Typewriter, 1873-1923" by the Herkimer County Historical Society is a historical account published early in the 20th century. This work commemorates the invention and evolution of the typewriter over a fifty-year period, highlighting its significant role in transforming communication and business practices. The book explores the typewriter's impact on society, particularly its contribution to the economic emancipation of women and the overall progression of modern life. The opening of the book introduces the historical context of the typewriter's invention, beginning with its roots in the little Mohawk Valley village of Ilion, New York. The text discusses the gradual realization of a need for a writing machine and outlines the early attempts at creating such devices, beginning from the 18th century with Henry Mill's patent, to the pivotal moment when Christopher Latham Sholes and his colleagues developed the first practical typewriter in the late 1860s. The narrative sets the stage for a comprehensive exploration of the typewriter's technological advancements, societal impacts, and the key figures involved in its development, ultimately laying the groundwork for understanding how this groundbreaking invention revolutionized communication. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | Z: Bibliography, Library science |
| Subject | Typewriters -- History |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 60794 |
| Release Date | Nov 26, 2019 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 407 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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