Project Gutenberg 2001-11-01 Public domain in the USA. 275 Thompson, Holland 1873 1940 The Age of Invention: A Chronicle of Mechanical Conquest Chronicles of America series; v. 37 Produced by The James J. Kelly Library of St. Gregory's University, Alev Akman, Dianne Bean, and David Widger "The Age of Invention: A Chronicle of Mechanical Conquest" by Holland Thompson is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work focuses on the transformative period of invention in America, primarily during the late 18th and 19th centuries, highlighting the contributions of key inventors and their impact on society and industry. The book aims to delve into the personalities of notable American inventors and the significance of their achievements, rather than merely cataloging inventions. The opening of the book introduces readers to Benjamin Franklin, detailing his early life, family background, and journey from a soap maker's son to a prominent inventor, thinker, and public figure. Following Franklin's development as a printer and writer, the narrative illustrates his relentless curiosity and innovative spirit, showcasing his numerous contributions to various fields, including electricity and public service. From founding institutions like the American Philosophical Society to creating essential inventions such as the Franklin stove, the chapter sets a strong foundation for understanding the era's inventive explosion and Franklin's role within it. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Reading ease score: 57.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. en Inventions -- History Inventors -- United States E151 T Text United States Children's History Category: History - American 377761 2025-07-02T04:41:35.957136 text/html 371365 2013-02-08T10:14:36 text/html 230096 2025-07-02T04:41:43.302049 application/epub+zip 235423 2025-07-02T04:41:39.373092 application/epub+zip 201659 2025-07-02T04:41:38.176079 application/epub+zip 501016 2025-07-02T04:41:46.360042 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 477936 2025-07-02T04:41:42.535062 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 342805 2022-09-02T06:34:20.676887 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 334831 2025-07-02T04:41:35.471153 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 334574 2008-12-27T07:48:40 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 19639 2025-07-02T04:41:46.808047 application/rdf+xml 24144 2025-07-02T04:41:38.668114 image/jpeg 4879 2025-07-02T04:41:38.420134 image/jpeg 133348 2013-02-08T10:14:38 application/octet-stream application/zip 129070 2008-12-27T07:49:46 application/octet-stream application/zip 226341 2025-07-02T04:41:35.985107 application/octet-stream application/zip Archives containing the RDF files for *all* our books can be downloaded at https://book.klll.cc/wiki/Gutenberg:Feeds#The_Complete_Project_Gutenberg_Catalog en.wikipedia