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100 1 _aBore, Henry
245 1 4 _aThe story of the invention of steel pens
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2006
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2006-02-01
508 _aProduced by an anonymous Project Gutenberg volunteer.
520 _a"The Story of the Invention of Steel Pens: With a Description of the Manufacturing Process by Which They Are Produced" by Henry Bore is a historical account published in the late 19th century. The book details the fascinating history and evolution of steel pens, tracing their invention and the various methods used in their manufacturing process. It sheds light on the technology and artisans behind the steel pen industry, which played a significant role in the advancement of writing instruments during that time. In this comprehensive work, Bore discusses the early attempts to create steel pens, highlighting key figures such as John Mitchell, Joseph Gillott, and Sir Josiah Mason who contributed to the innovation of mechanical pen-making processes. The narrative provides insights into the intricate manufacturing steps, from raw steel preparation to final inspections, emphasizing the precision and labor involved. Through his descriptions, Bore presents not only the historical context but also the socio-economic impacts of steel pen manufacturing, illustrating how it transformed writing practices and the accessibility of quality writing instruments for consumers. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aPens
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/9954
999 _c51575
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