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Public domain in the USA.
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Windsor, H. H. (Henry Haven)
1859
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Windsor, Henry Haven
The Boy Mechanic, Book 2: 1000 Things for Boys to Do
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"The Boy Mechanic, Book 2: 1000 Things for Boys to Do" by H. H. Windsor is a practical guidebook written in the early 20th century. This book focuses on hands-on projects and activities designed for boys, promoting creativity and mechanical skills through crafting various devices and gadgets. The topics range from constructing winter sports equipment and fishing rods to building kites, boats, and even simple electrical novelties. The opening of the book introduces the reader to its purpose and scope, highlighting the encouragement of inventiveness among boys through engaging activities. The text showcases illustrations and offers detailed instructions for building items such as a four-passenger coasting bobsled, emphasizing the fun and educational aspects of engineering projects. It sets the stage for a comprehensive exploration of DIY tasks, aiming to cultivate a love for mechanics and creativity in young readers. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Reading ease score: 77.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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