Men of Invention and Industry by Samuel Smiles
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"Men of Invention and Industry" by Samuel Smiles is a historical account likely written in the late 19th century. The book examines the lives and contributions of various inventors and industrialists, highlighting their impact on society, particularly within British industry, with an emphasis on significant advancements such as shipbuilding and steam power. The opening of the book sets the stage with a discussion of the early history of English shipbuilding, beginning with
the figure of Phineas Pett. It explores the humble beginnings of the British navy and the advancements made under historical figures like Henry VIII. Various early challenges in shipbuilding are elucidated, alongside the importance of foreign expertise in developing England’s maritime capabilities. The narrative illustrates a shift from a heavy reliance on importing goods and expertise to a burgeoning English independence in shipbuilding and trade, paving the way for a stronger national identity tied to maritime innovation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Smiles, Samuel, 1812-1904 |
|---|---|
| Title | Men of Invention and Industry |
| Contents | Phineas Pett : beginnings of English shipbuilding -- Francis Pettit Smith, practical introducer of the screw propeller -- John Harrison, inventor of the marine chronometer -- John Lombe, introducer of the silk industry into England -- William Murdock, his life and inventions -- Frederick Koenig, inventor of the steam-printing machine -- The Walters of the "Times" : invention of the Walter press -- William Clowes : book-printing by steam -- Charles Bianconi : a lesson of self-help in Ireland -- Industry in Ireland : through Connaught and Ulster to Belfast -- Ship-building in Belfast / by E.J. Harland, engineer and shipbuilder -- Astronomers and students in humble life : a new chapter in the "Pursuit of knowledge under difficulties". |
| Credits | Produced by Eric Hutton. HTML version by Al Haines. |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 67.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | T: Technology |
| Subject | Inventors -- Biography |
| Subject | Industrial arts -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 725 |
| Release Date | Nov 1, 1996 |
| Last Update | Jan 1, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 906 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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