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A New Century of Inventions / Being Designs & Descriptions of One Hundred Machines, Relating to Arts, Manufactures, & Domestic Life

By James White
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A practical compendium presenting one hundred mechanical designs with plates and explanatory text, aimed at artisans, manufacturers, and householders. Prioritizing applied methods over abstract theory, the author describes improvements and novel devices—from pulley arrangements and workshop machinery to domestic contrivances—each accompanied by construction notes, illustrations, and suggested uses. A prefatory section recounts early experiments and engineering aims, while appended plates and annotations provide visual detail to assist craftsmen and inventors seeking adaptable, immediately usable mechanical solutions.

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James White

James White was a prominent figure in the 19th-century American religious landscape, known for his contributions to the Seventh-day Adventist movement. He was a prolific writer and editor, producing works that explored theological themes and the history of the Adventist faith. Among his notable publications is "His Glorious Appearing: An Exposition of Matthew Twenty-Four," which reflects his deep engagement with biblical prophecy. White also documented the life and ministry of William Miller, a key figure in the Adventist movement, in his work "Sketches of the Christian Life and Public Labors of William Miller." His writings continue to influence Adventist thought and literature.

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