Key Lock History
Feb 2025 · Publifye AS
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Key Lock History explores how mechanical security systems have shaped our understanding of privacy and protection, tracing the evolution of locks from ancient times to the modern era.
It highlights how the development of lock technology is intertwined with the very concept of privacy it seeks to protect.
For example, early pin tumbler locks in ancient Egypt demonstrate an early desire to safeguard personal belongings, while the mass production of locks during the Industrial Revolution made security more widely accessible.
It highlights how the development of lock technology is intertwined with the very concept of privacy it seeks to protect.
For example, early pin tumbler locks in ancient Egypt demonstrate an early desire to safeguard personal belongings, while the mass production of locks during the Industrial Revolution made security more widely accessible.
The book examines not only the technological advancements in lock design, but also the societal impact of these security measures and the philosophical evolution of privacy.
Starting with ancient civilizations and progressing chronologically through the Middle Ages and the Industrial Revolution, the book investigates the core argument that lock design is intrinsically linked to societal values concerning ownership, trust, and individual autonomy.
By blending technical descriptions with social context, Key Lock History offers a unique perspective on how technology, society, and individual rights are intertwined.
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