A Memoir Of The Life, Writings, And Mechanical Inventions Of Edmund Cartwright (1843)

By Mary Strickland and Mary Strickland

Book Overview

""A Memoir Of The Life, Writings, And Mechanical Inventions Of Edmund Cartwright"" is a book written by Mary Strickland and published in 1843. The book is a detailed account of the life and achievements of Edmund Cartwright, a British inventor and clergyman who is best known for inventing the power loom, a machine that revolutionized the textile industry. The book begins with a brief overview of Cartwright's early life and education, before delving into his various inventions and contributions to the fields of science and technology. Strickland provides a comprehensive analysis of Cartwright's inventions, including his early attempts at creating a machine for knitting stockings and his later development of the power loom. In addition to his mechanical inventions, the book also explores Cartwright's literary works, including his poetry and plays. Strickland provides insight into Cartwright's personal life, including his marriage and family, as well as his political and social views.Overall, ""A Memoir Of The Life, Writings, And Mechanical Inventions Of Edmund Cartwright"" is a comprehensive and informative account of the life and achievements of one of Britain's most important inventors. It provides a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of science and technology, as well as the social and cultural context in which these innovations were developed.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1436740061
• ISBN13: 9781436740067
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 400 Pages
• Weight: 1.17 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"