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Life Of Richard Trevithick V2: With An Account Of His Inventions

Life Of Richard Trevithick V2: With An Account Of His Inventions

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Biographies GeneralHistorical FiguresTechnology & Engineering

ISBN10: 1430444649
ISBN13: 9781430444640
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Jan 17 2007
Pages: 416
Weight: 1.34
Height: 0.93 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The book Life of Richard Trevithick V2: With an Account of His Inventions is a comprehensive biography of the famous British inventor Richard Trevithick. The book is written by Francis Trevithick, who is also a member of the Trevithick family. The book is divided into two volumes and covers the life and works of Richard Trevithick from his birth in 1771 to his death in 1833.The book provides a detailed account of Trevithick's childhood, education, and early career as an engineer. It also covers his major inventions, including the steam locomotive, the high-pressure steam engine, and the steam-powered road vehicle. The book also discusses Trevithick's personal life, including his relationships with his family and friends.The author draws on a wide range of primary sources, including letters, diaries, and other documents, to provide an accurate and detailed account of Trevithick's life and work. The book is well-researched and provides a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of engineering and technology.Overall, Life of Richard Trevithick V2: With an Account of His Inventions is an engaging and informative biography of one of the most important inventors of the Industrial Revolution. It provides a fascinating insight into the life and work of a remarkable individual who made a significant contribution to the development of modern technology.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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