Nathan Read: His Invention Of The Multi-Tubular Boiler And Portable High-Pressure Engine, And Discovery Of The True Mode Of Applyin

By David Read

Book Overview

Nathan Read: His Invention Of The Multi-Tubular Boiler And Portable High-Pressure Engine, And Discovery Of The True Mode Of Applying Steam-Power To Navigation And Railways is a book written by David Read. The book provides a detailed account of Nathan Read's life and his contributions to the field of steam power. Nathan Read was an American engineer who invented the multi-tubular boiler and the portable high-pressure engine. He also discovered the true mode of applying steam power to navigation and railways. The book discusses the technical details of Read's inventions and how they revolutionized the steam power industry. It also provides a historical context for Read's work, discussing the state of steam power technology in the early 19th century. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of steam power and the contributions of Nathan Read to this field.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: 1163599999
• ISBN13: 9781163599990
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 218 Pages
• Weight: 0.66 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"