Inventors & Inventions

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Robinson, Henry, 1872-

Contributor:

Fleming, T. M.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Other Title:

Inventors and Inventions

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Inventors & Inventions" by Henry Robinson is a comprehensive guide to the world of invention, written in the early 20th century. This publication provides insights into the various aspects of inventing, including machine design, financing, marketing, and legal protection, targeting aspiring inventors and those interested in the creative process of invention. The book highlights the challenges faced by inventors and emphasizes the essential skills needed for successful invention. The text is structured into numerous chapters, each focusing on different facets of the inventing process. Robinson discusses the traits of successful inventors, the importance of understanding the market, and the need for adequate financial backing to transform an idea into a tangible product. He warns about the pitfalls and exploitation that inventors often encounter, urging them to seek legal protection for their inventions. Throughout the book, Robinson combines practical advice with illustrations of celebrated inventors, capturing the glory and struggles inherent in the realm of innovation. This work serves both as a motivational tool for prospective inventors and a critical commentary on the societal and legal frameworks surrounding intellectual property at the time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Chris Curnow, Mary Akers and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 43.6 (College-level). Difficult to read.

Release date is 2014-08-01