Life of Richard Trevithick, Vol. 2: With an Account of His Inventions

This book delves into the remarkable life and career of Richard Trevithick, an extraordinary British inventor whose contributions revolutionized the world of steam-powered engineering and transportation. It explores Trevithick's pioneering role in the development of the steam locomotive and his influence on the advancement of industries like mining and civil engineering. Through detailed descriptions of his groundbreaking inventions, including the world's first steam railway locomotive and the high-pressure steam engine, the author unveils the depth and brilliance of Trevithick's engineering genius. This book not only chronicles his major achievements, but also sheds light on his lesser-known ventures, such as the steam-powered threshing machine and his innovative ideas for steam navigation. Trevithick's pursuit of invention was driven by his unwavering belief in the potential of steam power to improve society, making this book a valuable exploration of the life and legacy of a visionary engineer who shaped the course of the Industrial Revolution.Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some aesthetic errors may persist, however it has been deemed that any such will not detract from the work's significant historical value.The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.