William Fairbairn
Treatise On Iron Ship Building: Its History And Progress is a comprehensive book written by William Fairbairn and published in 1865. The book provides a detailed history of the development of iron shipbuilding, from its early beginnings to the latest advancements in the field. It covers various topics related to shipbuilding, including the properties of iron, the design and construction of iron ships, the use of steam power in ships, and the different types of iron ships.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which explores a specific aspect of iron shipbuilding. The first chapter provides an overview of the history of shipbuilding and the evolution of iron shipbuilding. The second chapter discusses the properties of iron and its suitability for shipbuilding. The third chapter covers the design and construction of iron ships, including the use of iron frames, plating, and riveting.The fourth chapter delves into the use of steam power in ships, including the development of the steam engine and its application in ships. The fifth chapter discusses the different types of iron ships, including merchant ships, warships, and passenger ships. The final chapter provides a summary of the progress made in iron shipbuilding up to the time of publication.Overall, Treatise On Iron Ship Building: Its History And Progress is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and development of iron shipbuilding. It is written in a clear and concise manner, making it accessible to both experts and lay readers alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
