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_aChubb, George Hayter, _d1848-1946 |
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| 245 | 1 | 0 | _aProtection from fire and thieves |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2015 |
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_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats |
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_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia |
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_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2015-08-14 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by deaurider, Chuck Greif 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"Protection from Fire and Thieves" by George Hayter Chubb is a practical guide written in the late 19th century. This work addresses issues surrounding the security of property, specifically focusing on the construction of locks, safes, strong-rooms, and fireproof buildings, as well as methods of preventing burglaries and fire damage. The author’s expertise in lock and safe manufacturing lends credibility to his insights, making the book an essential read for both professionals and the general public seeking to understand the importance of protecting life and property. The opening of the text presents a preface highlighting the book's practical nature and the author's intent to educate readers about security measures against theft and fire. Chubb begins to discuss the significance of secure locks, illustrating the historical context of lock development and the common misconceptions surrounding the effectiveness of security systems. He shares insights from notable incidents, such as high-profile burglaries, aimed at demonstrating the necessity of understanding what truly constitutes security, emphasizing that no lock can replace the diligence of the owner in safeguarding their keys and property. This exposition sets the tone for the book’s detailed exploration of the construction and efficacy of various security devices, making clear that enhancing protection requires a combination of knowledge, vigilance, and proper equipment. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aFires | ||
| 653 | _aLocks and keys | ||
| 653 | _aBurglary | ||
| 653 | _aSafes | ||
| 653 | _aBuilding, Fireproof | ||
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