Life Of James Watt (1839)

The Life of James Watt, written by Francois Arago and first published in 1839, is a comprehensive biography of the Scottish inventor and mechanical engineer James Watt. The book covers Watt's life from his birth in 1736 to his death in 1819, tracing his early years as a struggling instrument maker to his later success as a pioneer of steam engine technology. Arago provides detailed accounts of Watt's many inventions, including his improvements to the steam engine, his work on the development of the steam locomotive, and his contributions to the fields of chemistry and physics. The book also explores Watt's personal life, including his relationships with family, friends, and colleagues, as well as his struggles with illness and financial difficulties. Written in a clear and engaging style, The Life of James Watt is a fascinating portrait of one of the most important figures in the history of engineering 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.