9781330136621 - Lectures on the Steam-Engine: In Which Its Construction and Operation Are Familiarly Explained (Classic Reprint) de Dionysius Lardner (3 résultats)

PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book provides a detailed exploration of the steam engine, a machine that has revolutionized the industrial landscape and shaped the course of human civilization. The author traces the engine's evolution from its humble beginnings to its current status as a technological marvel. Along the way, the book examines the contributions of inventors such as Thomas Savery, James Watt, and others, highlighting their roles in refining and perfecting the technology. It also delves into the scientific principles that govern the engine's operation, explaining how the harnessing of steam power has transformed various industries and sectors. By providing a comprehensive account of the steam engine's history, mechanics, and impact, this book offers valuable insights into one of the most significant technological advancements 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.