How to Make Inventions: Or, Inventing as a Science and an Art (Classic Reprint)

Edward P. Thompson

ISBN 10: 1440048703 / ISBN 13: 9781440048708

Edité par Forgotten Books, 2018

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Print on Demand. This book offers a unique and insightful perspective on invention, arguing that it is not merely a matter of chance or innate talent, but a science that can be learned and practiced. Drawing inspiration from the work of Francis Bacon, the author proposes that by studying past inventions and inventors, we can identify underlying principles and systematic methods that can guide the creative process. The book delves into the historical context of invention, tracing its evolution from a mystical and divine power to a recognized intellectual pursuit. It explores the role of suggestive ideas, including the importance of recognizing unmet public needs, understanding technical difficulties, and harnessing the power of observation. The author further emphasizes the significance of experimentation and critical inspection of existing devices, emphasizing how even seemingly crude inventions can be refined and improved upon by subsequent innovators. This book challenges the notion that invention is solely a matter of genius, arguing that anyone can cultivate their inventive power by applying diligence, knowledge, and a methodical approach. The book's exploration of the principles of invention as a science, presented through the lens of historical examples and practical applications, provides a compelling framework for understanding the process of creation and its impact on our world. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781440048708_0

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Titre : How to Make Inventions: Or, Inventing as a ...

Éditeur : Forgotten Books

Date d'édition : 2018

Reliure : Paperback

Etat : New

Type de livre : print-on-demand item

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Excerpt from How to Make Inventions

By stud of Chemistry, many become chemists of Botany, botanists and so on, and hy study of the science of Invention, it is reasonable to conjecture that many may be better prepared to make inventions; hence the leading title of this book, which is primarily intended for those who are desirous of becoming systematic inventors and of knowing all that inventors should know and for scientists and curiosity readers secondarily. If the leading title were The Science of Invention, the latter class of men would be attracted to the book more than the former which is not so desirable, because the former by their inventions can be of more service to mankind. The general style adopted in this book is that of a lecture, and therefore, it is hoped that the use of personal pronouns may be overlooked.

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Excerpt from How to Make Inventions: Or, Inventing as a Science and an Art, a Practical Guide for Inventors

The style adopted is that of a lecture, and, therefore, it is hoped that the use of personal pronouns may be overlooked.

The object in view is to make a mere beginning in the establishment of Inventing as a Science and an Art, but especially to present conclusions arrived at in the study of inventors and inventions in order that the capacity of inventors may be enlarged. If even a single useful invention results from the perusal of this book, I shall feel that the time has not been spent in vain.

Not knowing how a book with such a title would be accepted, preliminary notices were distributed soliciting subscriptions contingent upon publication. I am greatly indebted to those who so kindly sent in such subscriptions, and especially to those subscribers who wished me success. The Electrical World (New York) I also thank for inserting a series of paid articles on this subject, prepared and contributed by me during the year 1884.

Much encouragement for continuing the development of the subject-matter was given by Mr. T. Commerford Martin, editor of The Electrical Engineer (New York), and Mr. George H. Guy, editor of Electricity (Chicago), who so kindly invited me to deliver a lecture upon this subject before the New York Electrical Society in 1890.

As may be expected, the inventor will in no way be relieved of tedious labor by following any instructions contained in this book. I am inclined to believe that this will not be the basis of any criticism which may be rendered by any opponents or prejudiced minds ; because I have learned and am more and more impressed with what I believe to be a fact that a lazy inventor has never yet been born. No day laborer makes as many hours a day. The physician, missionary, and other philanthropists cannot show a better record for diligence of both the body and the mind. In writing this book I...