Two Centuries Of Shipbuilding By The Scotts At Greenock

By Of Engineering Offices of Engineering

Book Overview

""Two Centuries of Shipbuilding by the Scotts at Greenock"" is a comprehensive historical account of the shipbuilding industry in Greenock, Scotland, spanning over two centuries. The book is authored by the Offices of Engineering and published by an unknown publisher. The book delves into the history of the Scotts family, who were renowned shipbuilders in Greenock, and their contribution to the development of the shipbuilding industry in the town. The book covers the period from the early 18th century to the early 20th century, during which time the Scotts family built some of the most famous ships of the era, including the Cutty Sark and the Great Britain. The book provides detailed information on the construction of these ships, including the materials used, the design, and the engineering techniques employed. The book also explores the social and economic impact of the shipbuilding industry on the town of Greenock, and how it transformed the town from a small fishing village to a thriving industrial center. The author provides a detailed analysis of the various factors that contributed to the success of the shipbuilding industry in Greenock, including the availability of skilled labor, the abundance of raw materials, and the favorable geographical location of the town. Overall, ""Two Centuries of Shipbuilding by the Scotts at Greenock"" is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of shipbuilding, engineering, or Scottish industrial heritage. The book is well-researched, well-written, and beautifully illustrated with photographs, diagrams, and maps, making it an essential addition to any maritime history enthusiast's library.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: 1163228931
• ISBN13: 9781163228937
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 132 Pages
• Weight: 0.41 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"