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The Triumphs Of Steam: Or Stories From The Lives Of Watt, Arkwright, And Stephenson (1858)

The Triumphs Of Steam: Or Stories From The Lives Of Watt, Arkwright, And Stephenson (1858)

Burrows, E.
Gilbert, John

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Historical FiguresTechnology & EngineeringFiction Anthologies

ISBN10: 1164174517
ISBN13: 9781164174516
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 268
Weight: 0.80
Height: 0.56 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Triumphs of Steam: Or Stories from the Lives of Watt, Arkwright, and Stephenson is a book written by E. Burrows and published in 1858. The book delves into the lives of three important figures in the history of steam power: James Watt, Richard Arkwright, and George Stephenson. The book provides a detailed account of the lives and achievements of these three men, who played a significant role in the development of steam power and its impact on the Industrial Revolution. James Watt, for instance, is credited with inventing the steam engine, while Richard Arkwright is known for his contributions to the textile industry. George Stephenson, on the other hand, is famous for designing the first steam locomotive.Burrows' book provides readers with a fascinating insight into the lives of these three men, their struggles, and their triumphs. The book also sheds light on the wider social and economic context of the time, exploring the impact of steam power on society and the economy.Overall, The Triumphs of Steam is a well-researched and engaging read, offering readers a glimpse into the lives of some of the most important figures in the history of steam power.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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