Account Of Some Early Proposals For Steam Navigation (1838)

By Stephen Peter Rigaud

""Account of Some Early Proposals for Steam Navigation"" is a historical book written by Stephen Peter Rigaud in 1838. The book explores the development of steam navigation in the early 19th century and the various proposals made by inventors and engineers to make this technology a reality. The author discusses the early attempts at steam-powered boats and the challenges faced by these pioneers, including technical difficulties and financial constraints. Rigaud also examines the role of governments and private investors in supporting these early experiments, as well as the social and economic impact of steam navigation on trade and transportation. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of transportation and the development of steam technology.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: 1436759676
• ISBN13: 9781436759670
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 20 Pages
• Weight: 0.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 11.0"