Story about George Stephenson, the Great Railway Engineer
Story about George Stephenson, the Great Railway Engineer

Author: George Stephenson

Publisher:

Published: 2023-07-18

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781022367104

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George Stephenson was one of the most important figures in the history of the Industrial Revolution, and this book tells the story of his life and revolutionary contributions to the field of engineering. With detailed descriptions of his inventions and the cultural context in which he lived, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of engineering and transportation. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

George Stephenson
George Stephenson

Author: Hourly History

Publisher: Hourly History

Published: 2017-10-31

Total Pages: 47

ISBN-13: 1976586097

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George Stephenson is one of the world’s most famous engineers. His pioneering work on steam-powered locomotion would supercharge the industrial revolution in the United Kingdom and help bring about the heyday of the British Empire. Through his talent and passion for engineering, Stephenson was able to transform the landscape around him, ushering in an era when travel across the country could be achieved in hours instead of days or even weeks. He is the epitome of the self-made man, rising from the lowest of origins to dominate the society in which he lived. Inside you will read about... ✓ A Childhood in Coal ✓ From Illiterate to Engineer ✓ The Self-Made Man ✓ The Safety Lamp Controversy ✓ The Liverpool-Manchester Failure ✓ The Rocket Takes Over the World And much more! This book tells the story of George Stephenson, from those humblest of origins to his final days as one of the country’s most revered and successful men.

The Story Of The Life Of George Stephenson, Railway Engineer
The Story Of The Life Of George Stephenson, Railway Engineer

Author: Samuel Smiles

Publisher: Legare Street Press

Published: 2023-07-18

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781021534231

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This biography tells the story of George Stephenson, one of the most influential engineers of the 19th century. Stephenson was responsible for the construction of the first public railway in the world, and his innovations and designs helped revolutionize the transportation industry. This abridged edition includes many of the most important moments from Stephenson's life, and offers a fascinating glimpse into the early days of railway engineering. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.