The Boy Engineers

The Boy Engineers

James Lukin

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Editorial:
Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
Materia
Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781104908850
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The Boy Engineers: What They Did, And How They Did It is a book written by James Lukin and first published in 1878. The book is aimed at young readers and provides a detailed account of the practical aspects of engineering. It covers a wide range of topics including mechanics, hydraulics, electricity, and steam engines. The book is divided into chapters that focus on different aspects of engineering, and each chapter includes detailed explanations of the principles involved, as well as practical examples and experiments that can be carried out at home. The book also includes numerous illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand the concepts being discussed. Overall, The Boy Engineers is a comprehensive guide to engineering that is both informative and engaging, making it an ideal resource for young readers interested in science and technology.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.

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