An Historical and Descriptive Account of the Steam Engine: Comprising a General View of the Various Modes of Employing Elastic Vapour as a Prime Mover in Mechanics (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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This book traces the history of the steam engine from its humble beginnings as a pump for dewatering mines to its vital role in the Industrial Revolution. The author provides a detailed account of the many engineers and inventors who contributed to the development of the steam engine, including Thomas Savery, Thomas Newcomen, James Watt, and Richard Trevithick. The book also explores the impact of the steam engine on transportation, manufacturing, and agriculture. By the end of the 19th century, steam engines were found in factories, ships, trains, and even automobiles. Today, steam turbines are still used to generate electricity in power plants around the world. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of technology or the Industrial Revolution. It is a well-written and engaging account of one of the most important inventions in human history.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book traces the history of the steam engine from its humble beginnings as a pump for dewatering mines to its vital role in the Industrial Revolution. The author provides a detailed account of the many engineers and inventors who contributed to the development of the steam engine, including Thomas Savery, Thomas Newcomen, James Watt, and Richard Trevithick. The book also explores the impact of the steam engine on transportation, manufacturing, and agriculture. By the end of the 19th century, steam engines were found in factories, ships, trains, and even automobiles. Today, steam turbines are still used to generate electricity in power plants around the world. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of technology or the Industrial Revolution. It is a well-written and engaging account of one of the most important inventions in human history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781334597763_0
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