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Life Of Sir James Nicholas Douglass

Life Of Sir James Nicholas Douglass

Williams, Thomas

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Historical FiguresTechnology & EngineeringFiction Anthologies

ISBN10: 1163264954
ISBN13: 9781163264959
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 206
Weight: 0.62
Height: 0.44 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The book Life Of Sir James Nicholas Douglass written by Thomas Williams is a biography of the famous British engineer and inventor Sir James Nicholas Douglass. The book provides a detailed account of Douglass's life, from his childhood in Scotland to his rise as one of the most prominent engineers of his time.The biography highlights Douglass's many achievements, including his work on the construction of the Forth Bridge, which was one of the largest and most complex engineering projects of the 19th century. The book also explores Douglass's other notable projects, such as the construction of the Tay Rail Bridge and the design of the first electric tramway system in the world.In addition to his engineering work, the book also delves into Douglass's personal life, including his relationships with his family and colleagues. The author provides insights into Douglass's character and personality, painting a vivid picture of this remarkable man.Overall, Life Of Sir James Nicholas Douglass is a fascinating and informative biography that provides a valuable insight into the life and work of one of the most important engineers of the 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of engineering and 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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