The Young Mechanic by James Lukin
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| Author | Lukin, James, 1828-1917 |
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| Title |
The Young Mechanic Containing directions for the use of all kinds of tools, and for the construction of steam engines and mechanical models, including the art of turning in wood and metal |
| Note | Reading ease score: 68.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Contents | Introductory -- How to make a cage -- Mortice and tenon jointing -- How to make a table -- Dovetailing and mitring -- Rebating, tongueing, and grooving -- The young mechanic at the lathe -- On woods and materials for turning -- Sharpening and setting tools -- Hand-turning in wood -- Hard-wood turning -- How to make a steam-engine -- Watt's engine -- How to make an engine -- Hardening and tempering tools. |
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Produced by Chris Curnow and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Summary | "The Young Mechanic" by James Lukin is a practical guidebook on woodworking and the use of mechanical tools written in the late 19th century. This instructional work is designed primarily for budding mechanics, particularly young boys who wish to learn the art of constructing with tools, from simple projects to more complex mechanical models. The book offers clear directions for using various tools and creating items like steam engines, wooden models, and furniture, emphasizing hands-on skills and craftsmanship. The opening of the book establishes a context for its creation, highlighting the growing interest in practical mechanics among youth around the 1870s. It discusses the importance of teaching young people about tools and construction, emphasizing both the enjoyment and educational value of making things with their hands. The author begins by encouraging readers to adopt a systematic approach to learning, starting with basic projects like constructing a simple box. Through detailed instructions, the book aims to build confidence and competence in young mechanics, eventually leading them towards more advanced tasks. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | TT: Technology: Handicrafts, Arts and crafts |
| Subject | Industrial arts |
| Subject | Handicraft |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 60765 |
| Release Date | Nov 22, 2019 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 115 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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