A History of the Growth of the Steam-Engine by Robert Henry Thurston
QR code
"A History of the Growth of the Steam-Engine" by Robert Henry Thurston is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. The book explores the historical development of the steam engine, chronicling its evolution from early speculative designs to practical applications that revolutionized industry and transportation. The author aims to trace the contributions of various inventors and the circumstances that facilitated these technological advancements. At the start of the work, the
author introduces the steam engine as a critical invention that has transformed society, highlighting its immense benefits and impact on human productivity. In the introductory sections, Thurston reflects on the contributions of early thinkers and inventors, beginning with Hero of Alexandria and progressing through key figures like the Marquis of Worcester and Thomas Savery, who laid the groundwork for practical steam engine technology. The opening emphasizes the collaborative nature of invention, noting that significant developments are often the result of collective efforts rather than the work of a single individual—a theme that sets the stage for a detailed exploration of the steam engine's rich history. (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 | Thurston, Robert Henry, 1839-1903 |
|---|---|
| Title | A History of the Growth of the Steam-Engine |
| Credits |
Produced by Chris Curnow, Harry Lamé 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: 55.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | TJ: Technology: Mechanical engineering and machinery |
| Subject | Steam-engines -- History |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 35916 |
| Release Date | Apr 19, 2011 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1640 downloads in the last 30 days. |
Project Gutenberg eBooks are always free!