Makers of Many Things

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Tappan, Eva March, 1854-1930

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Makers of Many Things" by Eva March Tappan is a children's educational book written in the early 20th century. This work is part of a series aimed at informing young readers about the processes involved in the manufacturing of common items. The book explores the intricacies of industrial production, illustrating how everyday objects are made and emphasizing the value of understanding these processes in relation to modern life and invention. The opening of "Makers of Many Things" introduces the topic of the friction match, recounting a personal anecdote that highlights its significance in providing warmth and comfort. Tappan explains the historical evolution of matches, detailing the various types used before the invention of the modern safety match, which is described as both reliable and safe. The chapter delves into the manufacturing process, breaking down the precise steps involved in producing matches, from selecting quality wood to the intricate chemical processes that ensure their efficiency. With a focus on practical knowledge, the author seeks to educate children about the dependence on industrial contributions in their everyday lives. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Contents:

The little friction match

About india rubber

"Kid" gloves

How rags and trees become paper

How books are made

From goose quill to fountain pens and lead pencils

The dishes on our tables

How the wheels of a watch go around

The making of shoes

In the cotton mill

Silkworms and their work.

Credits:

Produced by C. St. Charleskindt and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net

Notes:

Reading ease score: 73.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2009-04-21