The Typewriter Sketchbook
Paperback, 124 pages
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A collection of richly illustrated articles relating to the early history of the typewriter (1870-1920). With biographies of great American inventors like James B. Hammond, Frank Lambert (who also invented a water meter and talking clock) and Louis Cantelo. Pictorial chapters on the history of office work, related to 19th Century mechanization. The book provides many hours of happy browsing and a wealth of information relating to the earliest days of the typewriter and the rise of women in the office.
Some articles were previously published in the Virtual Typewriter Journal (2004-2006). Re-published after editing and with more photos.