Memoir Of Joseph Huddart (1821)

Memoir of Joseph Huddart is an autobiographical account of the life of Joseph Huddart, written by himself and published in 1821. Huddart was a prominent figure in the maritime industry during the late 18th and early 19th centuries, and his memoir provides a detailed insight into his experiences as a sailor, shipbuilder, and inventor.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different period of Huddart's life. The first chapter describes his childhood in the town of Sunderland, where he was born in 1741. Huddart recounts his early years at sea, including his apprenticeship as a shipwright, and his experiences as a sailor on various voyages to different parts of the world.The subsequent chapters focus on Huddart's career as a shipbuilder and inventor. He describes his work on the construction of various vessels, including the HMS Victory, and his development of new technologies for shipbuilding, such as the use of iron in ship construction. Huddart also discusses his involvement in the development of the steam engine, and his work on the design of steam-powered ships.The final chapters of the book focus on Huddart's later years, including his retirement from the maritime industry and his philanthropic activities. He discusses his involvement in various charitable organizations, and his efforts to improve the lives of the poor in his local community.Overall, Memoir of Joseph Huddart is an engaging and informative account of the life of a remarkable figure in the history of the maritime industry. Huddart's memoir provides a valuable perspective on the development of shipbuilding and navigation during a critical period of technological change, and sheds light on the personal experiences of those who played a key role in this process.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.