A Chronological History of the Origin and Development of Steam Navigation (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

George Henry Preble

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0265199212 ISBN 13: 9780265199213

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

A thorough history of steam navigation from its earliest beginnings to the rise of oceangoing steam travel.

This book surveys the development of steam ships, from the first experiments to the great transatlantic liners and modern naval vessels. It compiles milestones, biographies, and key inventions into a single, accessible narrative you can reference again and again.

With detailed chapter sections spanning 1800 to 1882 and beyond, the work highlights pivotal ships, engineers, and companies that shaped steam propulsion, including famous trials, notable vessels, and the evolution of steam-powered fleets around the world. It also includes an appendix, notes, and a complete index to aid quick lookup of people, machines, and events.

• Chronological milestones that trace how steam power transformed sea travel.
• Profiles of influential inventors, shipyards, and service vessels that advanced propulsion.
• Capsules on naval steamers, commercial fleets, and the economics of steamship operation.
• Appendix, bibliography, and comprehensive notes for further study.

Ideal for history buffs, maritime enthusiasts, and readers seeking a clear overview of steam navigation’s evolution.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0265199212
• ISBN 13: 9780265199213
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 512