Century Of The Names And Scantlings Of Such Inventions As At Present I Can Call To Mind To Have Tried And Perfected (1746)

""A Century Of The Names And Scantlings Of Such Inventions As At Present I Can Call To Mind To Have Tried And Perfected"" is a book written by Edward Somerset and published in 1746. The book is a collection of inventions that the author has personally tried and perfected over the years. The inventions listed in the book range from practical devices such as locks and pumps to more fanciful ideas such as a machine for flying or a device for walking on water. Each invention is described in detail, including its purpose, design, and functionality. The book is written in a straightforward, technical style, and is intended to serve as a practical guide for other inventors and engineers. Overall, ""A Century Of The Names And Scantlings Of Such Inventions As At Present I Can Call To Mind To Have Tried And Perfected"" is a fascinating glimpse into the mind of an 18th-century inventor and a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of technology and innovation.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.