Bøger af Patrick Vaux

Explore the fascinating world of gadgets with this comprehensive guide by award-winning technology writer, Patrick Vaux. From vintage cameras to cutting-edge smartphones, this book covers the entire history of gadgets and explains how they have shaped our world. Perfect for anyone with a passion for technology and innovation.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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Gadgets is a book written by Patrick Vaux and originally published in 1917. The book is a comprehensive guide to various gadgets and inventions that were popular during the early 20th century. It covers a wide range of topics, including household gadgets, tools, machines, and toys. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different category of gadgets. The first chapter covers household gadgets, such as kitchen appliances, cleaning tools, and lighting fixtures. The second chapter is dedicated to tools and machines, including hand tools, power tools, and heavy machinery. The third chapter discusses toys and games, including board games, puzzles, and outdoor activities.Throughout the book, Vaux provides detailed descriptions of each gadget, along with illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand how they work. He also includes information on the history and development of each gadget, as well as tips on how to use and maintain them.Overall, Gadgets is a fascinating glimpse into the world of early 20th-century technology and innovation. It is a valuable resource for historians, collectors, and anyone interested in the history of gadgets and inventions.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.