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100	1		_aPitt-Rivers, Augustus Henry Lane-Fox, _d1827-1900
245	1	0	_aOn the Development and Distribution of Primitive Locks and Keys
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2013
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2013-10-25
508			_aProduced by Chris Curnow and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
520			_a"On the Development and Distribution of Primitive Locks and Keys" by Pitt-Rivers is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. This work explores the historical evolution and geographical dispersion of locks and keys, utilizing both etymological analysis and archaeological evidence. The narrative delves into the origins of various locking mechanisms, emphasizing their significance in early societal structures and daily life. The opening of the text discusses the etymology of terms related to locks and keys, tracing their roots through various languages, including Latin and Sanskrit. It highlights how the earliest locking devices were likely simple bolts secured by wooden mechanisms. The author notes that as societies evolved, the complexity of locks increased, driven by the growing need for security and efficiency in managing property. The passage sets the stage for a detailed examination of specific types of locks, their functionalities, and their occurrences across different cultures and time periods. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aLocks and keys
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/44022
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