A Memoir Of John Elder

""A Memoir Of John Elder: Engineer And Shipbuilder"" is a book written by William John Macquorn Rankine in 1871. The book is a biography of John Elder, who was a renowned engineer and shipbuilder during the 19th century. The book provides a detailed account of Elder's life, including his childhood, education, and career. It also covers his contributions to the engineering and shipbuilding industry, including the development of the compound steam engine and the construction of some of the most famous ships of his time. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of engineering and shipbuilding, and provides a fascinating insight into the life and works of one of the most important figures in these fields.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.