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~ Typewriter Topics (Author), Victor M. Linoff (Introduction)
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This very rare, superbly illustrated volume rescues the typewriter from historic neglect. First published in 1923 by a trade journal, it ranges from the 1829 Burt Machine, the first to be issued a U.S. patent, to the decidedly more streamlined models of the early 20th century. Over 280 different varieties include the Yu Ess, Dactygam, Dollar, and Ford as well as better-known products of Hammond, Oliver, Remington, L. C. Smith, and Underwood. Also featured are company histories and period advertisements. 165 halftones. 95 line illus.

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  • Paperback: 128 pages
  • Publisher: Dover Publications (September 18, 2000)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0486412377
  • ISBN-13: 978-0486412375
  • Product Dimensions: 11.7 x 9 x 0.3 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #861,205 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars The Big Picture!, January 18, 2009
There are several books built around the Typewriter Topics compendium of the Twenties. What sets this one apart is the large format. An experienced collector or newbie to typewriter history should consider this a must-have book if only for the great pictures. But of course the histories of the machines, the ads and the contagious excitement of the content will make you glad to have purchased "The Typewriter".
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3.0 out of 5 stars good book, August 6, 2007
has a lot of information for machines and companies before the 30 s but still neat stuff
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