Smeaton and Lighthouses by Anonymous
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"Smeaton and Lighthouses" by Anonymous is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The work explores the life and achievements of John Smeaton, an influential engineer known for his innovations in lighthouse design and construction, particularly the Eddystone Lighthouse. It provides detailed biographical insights into Smeaton's contributions, as well as the evolution of lighthouses, making it an informative read for those interested in engineering history and nautical safety. The opening of
the book outlines the premise of linking Smeaton's life with the development of lighthouses. It emphasizes the importance of biographical works that go beyond mere personal details to illustrate how a person's contributions shape society and knowledge. It also touches upon early lighthouse designs, the sacredness attributed to beacon fires, and the pivotal role such structures played in maritime navigation. Additionally, it sets the stage for a deeper exploration of Smeaton's engineering prowess and the challenges faced during the construction of the Eddystone Lighthouse. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Anonymous |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 15010623 |
| Title |
Smeaton and Lighthouses A Popular Biography, with an Historical Introduction and Sequel |
| Credits |
Produced by Irma Spehar and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Print project.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 47.8 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | TC: Technology: Ocean engineering |
| Subject | Smeaton, John, 1724-1792 |
| Subject | Lighthouses |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 31482 |
| Release Date | Mar 3, 2010 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 494 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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