Steam And The Steam Engine: Land, Marine, And Locomotive (1878)

By Henry Evers

Book Overview

Steam And The Steam Engine: Land, Marine, And Locomotive is a book written by Henry Evers and published in 1878. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the steam engine and its various applications in land, marine, and locomotive transportation. It covers the history of the steam engine, its development, and the various types of engines that were used during the time of publication.The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different aspect of the steam engine. The first section provides a detailed history of the steam engine, including its origins and early development. The second section covers the different types of steam engines, including the beam engine, horizontal engine, and rotary engine.The third section of the book focuses on the use of steam engines in land transportation, including the development of steam-powered locomotives and the impact they had on transportation during the 19th century. The fourth section covers the use of steam engines in marine transportation, including the development of steam-powered ships and their impact on global trade and commerce.Throughout the book, Evers provides detailed illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand the various components of the steam engine and how they work. He also includes information on the maintenance and operation of steam engines, as well as their advantages and disadvantages compared to other forms of transportation.Overall, Steam And The Steam Engine: Land, Marine, And Locomotive is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and development of the steam engine and its impact on transportation during 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: 1164936085
• ISBN13: 9781164936084
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 402 Pages
• Weight: 1.18 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"