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McAndrew’s Floating School: A Story For Marine Engineers is a novel written by Charles Albert McAllister and first published in 1914. The story follows the adventures of a young man named Tom McAndrew, who dreams of becoming a marine engineer. He is given the opportunity to attend a unique school that is located on a floating vessel, which travels up and down the coast of the United States.The school is run by a group of experienced engineers who teach Tom and his fellow students the ins and outs of marine engineering. They learn about steam engines, boilers, propellers, and other important aspects of ship design and operation. Along the way, Tom and his classmates encounter a number of challenges, including rough seas, mechanical failures, and even a pirate attack.Despite these obstacles, Tom perseveres and eventually graduates from the school with top honors. He goes on to have a successful career as a marine engineer, using the skills and knowledge he gained on the floating school to design and build some of the most advanced ships of his time.Overall, McAndrew’s Floating School is a thrilling and educational tale that is sure to appeal to anyone interested in engineering, maritime history, or adventure stories. It offers a unique perspective on the world of marine engineering and the challenges faced by those who work on the high seas.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.
