Alfred Yarrow His Life And Work

By Eleanor C. Barnes

Book Overview

Alfred Yarrow His Life And Work is a biography written by Eleanor C. Barnes that chronicles the life and achievements of Alfred Yarrow, a prominent British engineer and shipbuilder. The book delves into Yarrow's early life and education, his apprenticeship at his father's shipyard, and his subsequent rise to prominence in the industry. It explores his innovative designs for naval vessels, including the Yarrow boiler, which revolutionized the way ships were powered. The book also delves into Yarrow's personal life, including his marriage and family, as well as his philanthropic efforts and contributions to the community. Through interviews, letters, and archival research, Barnes paints a comprehensive portrait of Yarrow's life and legacy, shedding light on his impact on the maritime industry and his enduring influence on engineering and shipbuilding.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: 1417952636
• ISBN13: 9781417952632
• Release Date: March 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 448 Pages
• Weight: 1.44 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"