Steamships and their story by E. Keble Chatterton
QR code
"Steamships and their story" by E. Keble Chatterton is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book chronicles the evolution and significance of steamships, tracing their development from early mechanical constructions to their status as integral vessels in modern transportation. Chatterton aims to reveal the rich history and influence of steamships on global trade and society, capturing their unique blend of technological innovation and romance. At the start of
the narrative, the author introduces the premise of the book, explaining that it follows his earlier work on sailing ships. Chatterton asserts that the advancement of steamships parallels societal progress, having significantly transformed mobility and commerce in a relatively short period. He reflects on the challenges and triumphs of inventors and engineers in pushing the boundaries of maritime technology, emphasizing the steamship's role in overcoming the limitations of wind-dependent sailing vessels. The opening establishes a context of fascination and respect for the steamship as not just a mode of transport but as a pivotal element shaping modern civilization. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Download for free
For your e-reader or reading app — Kindle, Kobo, Apple Books, Calibre etc.
Kindle → Use Send-to-Kindle
Kobo, Nook etc → Transfer via USB
Phone, tablet or computer → Open in a reading app
Other formats & older devices
There may be more files related to this item.
About this eBook
| Author | Chatterton, E. Keble (Edward Keble), 1878-1944 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 10024773 |
| Title | Steamships and their story |
| Original Publication | London: Cassell and company, ltd., 1910. |
| Credits | Peter Becker, Charlie Howard, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 60.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | VM: Naval science: Naval architecture, Shipbuilding, Marine engineering |
| Subject | Shipbuilding |
| Subject | Steamboats |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 72045 |
| Release Date | Nov 5, 2023 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1515 downloads in the last 30 days. |
Project Gutenberg eBooks are always free!