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100 1 _aWorcester, Edward Somerset, Marquis of,
_d1601-1667
245 1 4 _aThe Century of Inventions of the Marquis of Worcester :
_bfrom the Original MS., with Historical and Explanatory Notes and a Biographical Memoir
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2015
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2015-03-24
508 _aProduced by deaurider, Julia Neufeld 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"The Century of Inventions of the Marquis of Worcester" by Worcester is a historical account written in the 17th century. This work compiles various inventions and engineering ideas put forth by Edward Somerset, the Marquis of Worcester, showcasing his innovative thinking regarding technology and machinery. The focus of the book revolves around the practical applications of these inventions, particularly in the context of advancements that would pave the way for future technologies, notably in steam power. The opening portion of the book introduces the Marquis’s inventions, positioning them as a valuable resource for practical mathematicians and mechanics. Suggested correlations are made to notable figures in the history of the steam engine, with the text referencing underlying ideas that influenced later technological developments. Furthermore, it includes a biographical memoir on the Marquis, addressing his life, aspirations, and the societal reception of his work. The narrative acknowledges his struggles for recognition, suggesting that despite the seeming improbability of some inventions, diligent application could yield remarkable results. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aIndustrial arts -- Early works to 1800
653 _aInventions -- Early works to 1800
700 1 _aPartington, Charles Frederick
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/48575
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