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100 1 _aZerbe, James Slough,
_d1849-1921
245 1 0 _aPractical Mechanics for Boys
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2007
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2007-08-11
508 _aProduced by Joe Longo and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
520 _a"Practical Mechanics for Boys" by James Slough Zerbe is a practical guide written in the early 20th century. This instructional text aims to introduce young readers to the fundamentals of mechanics, specifically focusing on the tools and techniques relevant to the field. The book is structured to enhance the understanding of various tools, their proper use, and basic mechanical principles, all of which are conveyed in straightforward language geared towards a younger audience. The opening of the book serves as an introduction to the author's perspective on the American method of teaching mechanical arts compared to apprenticeship systems abroad. It highlights the importance of individual merit in skill acquisition while emphasizing that the intention is not merely to produce machinists but to instill a deeper understanding of mechanics in boys. Through various chapters, the author discusses the significance of proper tool usage, maintenance, and organization in the workshop. The book aims to inspire readers by emphasizing the satisfaction that comes from mastering mechanical skills, along with practical instructions for constructing and manipulating various tools and machines. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aHandicraft for boys
653 _aTools
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/22298
999 _c63442
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