The Advent of Steam: The Merchant Steamship before 1900 (Conway's History of the Ship)

ISBN 10: 0785812709 / ISBN 13: 9780785812708

Published by Chartwell Books, 2000

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Advent of Steam: The Merchant Steamship before 1900 (Conway's History of the Ship)
• Publisher: Chartwell Books
• Publication Date: 2000
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0785812709
• ISBN 13: 9780785812708
• Binding: hardcover
• Condition: Very Good
• Dust Jacket Condition: Includes dust jacket.

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Synopsis

Follow the evolution of the steamship from the paddle steamer, to the screw-propelled vessel, to the introduction of the marine compound engine that cut fuel consumption and required less room on the ship. Also explained is the introduction of iron construction. The adoption of steam power in the United States, Europe, and the Far East is explored through original research and re-interpretation. Conway's History of the Ship.