Power from Steam: A History of the Stationary Steam Engine
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Product Description
This is the first comprehensive history of the steam engine in fifty years. It follows the development of reciprocating steam engines, from their earliest forms to the beginning of the twentieth century when they were replaced by steam turbines.
Review
“Not only does the book draw upon Hills’s practical experience with working machines; it also shows the hand of the erudite scholar, drawing upon the records of such diverse institutions as the British Museum and the Smithsonian Institution….Profusely illustrated and full of detailed technical as well as historical, social, and economic information, this book will delight amateur and scholar alike.” Choice
“To the general historian wishing to understand the technical mind, it would be difficult indeed to recommend a book that better reveals the genius of homo faber in the machine age.” Cecil O. Smith, Jr., American Historical Review
“…will appeal to those interested in the history of technology. They may enjoy the nostalgic feeling evoked by the mementos of past centuries, as well as appreciate the scholarly documentation presented. It should be interesting reading for the members of the technical research community who have to plan and execute new product development for future generations.” John Tuzson, Applied Mechanical Review
“…a graceful, knowledgeable, and welcome addition to the large literature on steam.” Carroll Pursell, ISIS
Book Description
Power from Steam is the first comprehensive history of the steam engine in 50 years.
Book Description
This comprehensive history of the steam engine follows the development of reciprocating steam engines, from their earliest forms until the beginning of the twentieth century, when they were replaced by steam turbines.
From the Back Cover
Power From Steam is the first comprehensive history of the steam engine in 50 years. It follows the development of the steam engines from their earliest forms to the beginning of the twentieth century when they were replaced by stem turbines.
