The Vacuum Cleaner: A History by Carroll Gantz (English) Paperback Book

Description: The Vacuum Cleaner by Carroll Gantz House cleaning has been an innate human activity for centuries, but only since the early 19th century have mechanical devices replaced the physical hard labor (performed mostly by women). Mechanical carpet sweepers were replaced by manual suction cleaners, which in turn were replaced by electric vacuum cleaners in the early 20th century. Innovative inventors, who sequentially improved vacuum cleaners as electricity became commonly available, made these advances possible. Many early manufacturers failed, but some, such as Bissell, Hoover, Eureka, and others, became household words, as they competed for global dominance with improved features, performance, and appearance. This book describes the fascinating people who made this possible, as well as the economic, cultural, and technological contexts of their times. From obscure beginnings 200 years ago, vacuum cleaners have become an integral part of modern household culture. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Author Biography Carroll Gantz is a professional industrial designer who holds several dozen patents. A long-time Black & Decker design director, and a Carnegie Mellon University professor, he is a past president of the Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA). He lives on Seabrook Island in South Carolina. Table of Contents Table of ContentsAcknowledgments viiiPreface Introduction 1. Before Vacuum 2. Suction Cleaners After 1860 3. Electrics 1900–1920 4. Consolidation 1920–1940 5. Postwar 1940–1970 6. Globalization 1970–1990 7. 1990 to the Present Postscript Notes Bibliography Index Review "intriguing...very much recommended"—Midwest Book Review. Review Quote "intriguing...very much recommended"- Midwest Book Review . Details ISBN0786465522 Year 2012 ISBN-10 0786465522 ISBN-13 9780786465521 Format Paperback Subtitle A History Place of Publication Jefferson, NC Country of Publication United States Short Title VACUUM CLEANER Language English Media Book Pages 240 Author Carroll Gantz AU Release Date 2012-09-21 NZ Release Date 2012-09-21 Illustrations 104 photographs UK Release Date 2012-10-30 Publication Date 2012-10-30 DEWEY 643.609 Audience General US Release Date 2012-10-30 Audience Age 18 Publisher McFarland & Co Inc Imprint McFarland & Co Inc We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:161905641;

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