Publisher's Synopsis
Henry W. Roby's Story of the Invention of the Typewriter is a book that delves into the history and development of the typewriter. The author, Henry W. Roby, provides a comprehensive account of the invention of the typewriter, tracing its origins from the early attempts to create a writing machine to the final design that we know today. The book explores the various challenges and obstacles that the inventors faced in their quest to create a machine that could produce legible and efficient writing. Roby also delves into the social and economic impact of the typewriter, highlighting how it transformed the way people communicated and conducted business. He provides insights into the various industries that were impacted by the invention of the typewriter, including journalism, publishing, and secretarial work. The book is written in a clear and engaging style, making it accessible to readers of all levels. It is also filled with illustrations and photographs that help to bring the history of the typewriter to life. Overall, Henry W. Roby's Story of the Invention of the Typewriter is an informative and entertaining read for anyone interested in the history of technology and its impact on society.This is a new release of the original 1925 edition.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.
