James B. Eads (1900)

By Louis How

Book Overview

James B. Eads is a biography written by Louis How and published in 1900. The book chronicles the life and achievements of James Buchanan Eads, a renowned American engineer and inventor. Eads is best known for his work on the Mississippi River, where he designed and constructed several important bridges and helped improve navigation along the river. The book covers Eads' early life, his education and training as an engineer, and his various projects and accomplishments throughout his career. It also delves into Eads' personal life, including his family, friendships, and personal struggles. The book is a comprehensive account of Eads' life and legacy, and provides insight into the engineering and technological advancements of the 19th century.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: 116388815X
• ISBN13: 9781163888155
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 130 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"