James Hartness: A Representative of the Machine Age at Its Best (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258404727)

James Hartness: A Representative Of The Machine Age At Its Best is a biography of James Hartness, an American engineer and inventor who lived during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book is written by Joseph Wickham Roe and provides a detailed account of Hartness's life and work.Hartness was born in 1861 in Vermont and grew up on a farm. Despite not having a formal education, he showed a keen interest in mechanics and engineering from a young age. He went on to work in various machine shops and eventually became the superintendent of the Jones and Lamson Machine Company in Springfield, Vermont.Hartness was known for his innovative ideas and inventions, including the flat turret lathe and the optical comparator. He also served as the governor of Vermont from 1921 to 1923.The book explores Hartness's personal and professional life, including his relationships with his family and colleagues. It also delves into the political and social context of the time, providing a broader understanding of the impact that Hartness had on American industry and society.Overall, James Hartness: A Representative Of The Machine Age At Its Best is a comprehensive and engaging biography of a remarkable figure in American history.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.

Author: Joseph Wickham Roe
ISBN-10: 1258404729
ISBN-13: 9781258404727
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 06/23/2012
Pages: 196
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.95lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.50d