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Title: Life of Robert Stevenson, Civil Engineer
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Summary: "Life of Robert Stevenson, Civil Engineer" by David Stevenson is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The work focuses on the life and accomplishments of Robert Stevenson, a prominent civil engineer known for his contributions to lighthouse construction and various public works in Scotland. The book encapsulates Stevenson's engineering innovations, projects, and his role in advancing civil engineering practices in his time. The opening of this memoir provides significant background on Robert Stevenson, detailing his early life and education amidst family tragedies. It describes how he was exposed to the field of engineering through his stepfather's involvement in lighthouse innovation, sparking his passion for civil engineering. It also touches on his early appointments and responsibilities, showcasing his proactive approach and developing expertise in engineering, particularly through his work associated with the Northern Lighthouse Board. This introduction sets the stage for a comprehensive exploration of Stevenson's professional journey, underscoring the challenging yet pivotal role he played in shaping maritime safety along Scotland's treacherous coastlines. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 56.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Author: Stevenson, David, 1815-1886
EBook No.: 55596
Published: Sep 21, 2017
Downloads: 402
Language: English
Subject: Stevenson, Robert, 1772-1850
Subject: Civil engineers -- Great Britain -- Biography
LoCC: Technology: Engineering and Civil engineering
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Life of Robert Stevenson, Civil Engineer
Credits:
Produced by Chris Curnow, Charlie Howard, and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This
file was produced from images generously made available
by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "Life of Robert Stevenson, Civil Engineer" by David Stevenson is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The work focuses on the life and accomplishments of Robert Stevenson, a prominent civil engineer known for his contributions to lighthouse construction and various public works in Scotland. The book encapsulates Stevenson's engineering innovations, projects, and his role in advancing civil engineering practices in his time. The opening of this memoir provides significant background on Robert Stevenson, detailing his early life and education amidst family tragedies. It describes how he was exposed to the field of engineering through his stepfather's involvement in lighthouse innovation, sparking his passion for civil engineering. It also touches on his early appointments and responsibilities, showcasing his proactive approach and developing expertise in engineering, particularly through his work associated with the Northern Lighthouse Board. This introduction sets the stage for a comprehensive exploration of Stevenson's professional journey, underscoring the challenging yet pivotal role he played in shaping maritime safety along Scotland's treacherous coastlines. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 56.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Author: Stevenson, David, 1815-1886
EBook No.: 55596
Published: Sep 21, 2017
Downloads: 402
Language: English
Subject: Stevenson, Robert, 1772-1850
Subject: Civil engineers -- Great Britain -- Biography
LoCC: Technology: Engineering and Civil engineering
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.