Rudimentary Treatise on the Construction of Locks

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Hobbs, A. C., 1812-1891

Contributor:

Dodd, George, 1808-1881

Tomlinson, Charles, 1808-1897

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Rudimentary Treatise on the Construction of Locks" by A. C. Hobbs and George Dodd is a scientific publication written in the mid-19th century. The treatise addresses the intricate art and technology behind lock construction, offering insights into various types of locks and their mechanisms. The authors aim to enhance the reader's understanding of the importance of lock security and the principles that govern lock design. The opening of the work presents a preface that outlines its origins, detailing how it was compiled from discussions and contributions by various experts, including Professor Cowper and Mr. Hobbs. The text emphasizes the often-overlooked complexities of locks, which are integral to security and yet remain poorly understood by the general public. The treatise promises a systematic exploration of lock types, mechanisms, and historical context, thereby stimulating curiosity and encouraging advancements in the locksmithing craft. This foundation sets the stage for a comprehensive examination of both ancient and modern locks, showcasing their significance in everyday and commercial life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

E-text prepared by deaurider, Harry Lamé, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (https://archive.org)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 60.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2020-09-05