Genius, Richard Trevithicks Steam Engines

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Footsteps Press

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491_9781908867056

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Genius is an over-used, but rarely-accurate, description applied toremarkable figures. In the case of Richard Trevithick, however, its use isnot only apt, but could even be regarded as something of an understatement. Philip Hoskens Genius offers a perfect introduction to the greatengineer. Combining detailed and original research, the result is a clearlystated, unbiased and readable account of his life and achievements. From childhood and early motivation, through feverish experimentation andfrustration, to the eventual triumph of his revolutionary high pressurecylindrical boiler, 1801 road engine and the worlds first railwaylocomotive, the author explains how and why Trevithick became a giant ofinvention and innovation.Laying to rest myths regurgitated by less-diligent writers, while notneglecting the major contributions to the story of Papin, Newcomen, Saveryand others, Hosken employs the kind of scientific rigour which theprotagonist of his book might recognise and approve. If you only read one book about Richard Trevithick, make sure its this one.

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