ISBN: 9781332023431 - motor cars: or power-carriages for common roads (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book takes readers on a fascinating journey through the history of steam-powered carriages, exploring the technological innovations and social impact of these early vehicles. The author meticulously documents the development of steam-powered road vehicles, starting with the pioneering work of Watt and Murdoch in the late 18th century and continuing through the early 20th century. The book delves into the triumphs and setbacks of various inventors, highlighting the ingenious designs and engineering challenges faced in creating these groundbreaking machines. The author also provides insights into the societal resistance and economic factors that hampered the widespread adoption of steam carriages. This book offers a captivating exploration of an underappreciated chapter in transportation history and provides a valuable perspective on the evolution of mechanical locomotion. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…