Invention, Engineering and Science - all of these come together in this
fascinating look at historic times. In this book we take a look
backwards with pleasure and pride in the evidence of our technological
accomplishments. The objects in this book date from 19th- and early
20th-century technologies. Objects from earlier periods are rarely
available outside expensive antique stores and major auctions. The kinds
of objects in this collection are bought at fl ea markets, antique
malls, garage sales and local auctions representing reasonable goals for
any current collector of tech. If you are curious about technology and
the objects that reveal its history and artistry, you should enjoy the
following collection and commentary. Each chapter includes a chronology
of significant developments in the specific technological area along
with a related timeline for the objects described to help provide
historical context. Ending each chapter is a technological update to
help you understand why objects described have become obsolete. The book
concludes with a discussion on various aspects of collecting historical
technology with an emphasis on the social and historical context of
these intriguing technologies. Explore these specific areas of
technology: Domestic Steam Nautical Electrical Engineering Surveying
Scientific Tool Occupational
