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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book tells the remarkable story of James Watt, the Scottish inventor who revolutionized the steam engine, laying the foundation for the Industrial Revolution. The author delves into Watt's early life, exploring his upbringing in a shipbuilding family and his early passion for mathematics and mechanics. We learn how Watt's meticulous nature and keen intellect led him to pursue a career as a mathematical instrument maker, first in Glasgow and then in London. The book meticulously traces Watt's journey from tinkering with a model Newcomen engine to developing his groundbreaking ideas for a separate condenser, a closed-top cylinder, and double-acting engines. The author expertly details the challenges and triumphs that Watt faced in bringing his inventions to fruition, including his partnerships with John Roebuck and Matthew Boulton, and the crucial role that Boulton played in securing the financial and industrial resources needed to make Watt's ideas a reality. Through the detailed examination of Watt's work and its historical context, this book offers a unique perspective on the development of the steam engine and its impact on the world, highlighting the essential role of individual ingenuity and determination in driving technological advancement. 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. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780265913901_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780265913901
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