The Romance Of Engineering
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Edition: First edition
Condition remarks:
Book: Fair
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: Fair - Bumping on spine and corners. Rubbed edges.
Condition remarks: Opposite page to title page loose. Usual aging. Previous owner
A captivating work of popular science and engineering history, The Romance of Engineering presents the grand story of human ingenuity by chronicling the remarkable achievements that have shaped the modern world. A.D. Merriman illustrates how engineers throughout history have transformed raw materials and bold ideas into bridges, tunnels, railways, and structures that redefined civilization. Written with an accessible and enthusiastic tone, the narrative brings technical accomplishment to life for a general audience, making complex feats of construction and design feel genuinely thrilling. Merriman argues that engineering is not merely a technical discipline but a deeply human pursuit, driven by curiosity, ambition, and the relentless desire to solve problems. This celebration of applied science and practical invention stands as an inspiring testament to the power of the engineering mind.
Author: A.D. Merriman
Format: Hardback
Published: 1934, George G. Harrap & Co. Ltd.
Genre: Engineering
Edition: First edition
Condition remarks:
Book: Fair
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: Fair - Bumping on spine and corners. Rubbed edges.
Condition remarks: Opposite page to title page loose. Usual aging. Previous owner
A captivating work of popular science and engineering history, The Romance of Engineering presents the grand story of human ingenuity by chronicling the remarkable achievements that have shaped the modern world. A.D. Merriman illustrates how engineers throughout history have transformed raw materials and bold ideas into bridges, tunnels, railways, and structures that redefined civilization. Written with an accessible and enthusiastic tone, the narrative brings technical accomplishment to life for a general audience, making complex feats of construction and design feel genuinely thrilling. Merriman argues that engineering is not merely a technical discipline but a deeply human pursuit, driven by curiosity, ambition, and the relentless desire to solve problems. This celebration of applied science and practical invention stands as an inspiring testament to the power of the engineering mind.