Lives of the Engineers, Harbors, Lighthouses, Bridges

""Lives of the Engineers, Harbors, Lighthouses, Bridges: Smeaton and Rennie"" is a book written by Samuel Smiles in 1874. It is a biographical work that focuses on the lives and achievements of two famous engineers, John Smeaton and John Rennie. The book provides a detailed account of their careers and the significant contributions they made to the field of engineering during the 18th and 19th centuries. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part dedicated to John Smeaton. It covers his early life, education, and his work on various projects such as the Eddystone Lighthouse, which was considered a major engineering feat at the time. The second part of the book focuses on John Rennie, and it details his life, education, and his work on significant projects like the Waterloo Bridge and the London Docks. Besides providing a comprehensive overview of the lives of these two engineers, the book also explores the broader social and historical context of their work. It highlights the challenges they faced, their innovative approaches to problem-solving, and the impact of their work on society. Overall, ""Lives of the Engineers, Harbors, Lighthouses, Bridges: Smeaton and Rennie"" is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of engineering and the people who made significant contributions to the field. It is an excellent resource for students and professionals alike, and it remains a classic work in the field of engineering literature.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.