Steam-ships : The story of their development to the present day by R. A. Fletcher

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Author Fletcher, R. A.
Illustrator Dixon, Charles, 1872-1934
LoC No. 10024774
Title Steam-ships : The story of their development to the present day
Alternate Title Steam-ships and their story
Original Publication United Kingdom: Sidgwick & Jackson, Ltd., 1910.
Note Reading ease score: 65.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits Peter Becker, Harry Lamé and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary "Steam-ships: The Story of Their Development to the Present Day" by R. A. Fletcher is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the evolution of steam-powered ships and focuses on the innovations that propelled their development over the last century. The author examines the significance of steam-ships in broader historical contexts, particularly their impact on trade and transportation, emphasizing the transition from sailing ships to steam-powered vessels. The opening of the work provides a thorough introduction to the history of steam-ships, detailing early mechanical propulsion attempts and the gradual move from sail to steam. Fletcher discusses primitive designs, such as paddle-wheels, and highlights significant individuals and inventions that marked the progress of steam navigation, including notable figures like Robert Fulton and John Fitch, as well as key innovations like the use of screw propellers. Through this exploration, the author sets the stage for a detailed examination of the technological advancements and pivotal moments that shaped steam navigation, revealing the intertwined histories of engineering, commerce, and maritime travel. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class VM: Naval science: Naval architecture, Shipbuilding, Marine engineering
Subject Shipbuilding
Subject Steamboats
Category Text
EBook-No. 72847
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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