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The Life of Thomas Telford, Civil Engineer
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The Life of Thomas Telford, Civil Engineer

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Delve into the remarkable life of Thomas Telford, one of Great Britain's most influential civil engineers, in this meticulously prepared biography. Penned by Samuel Smiles, "The Life of Thomas Telford" explores the career of the innovative engineer whose vision shaped the landscape of a nation.

Discover the story behind Telford's groundbreaking achievements in bridge construction, canal design, and other essential infrastructure projects. This volume offers insight into the historical context surrounding Telford's work and his lasting impact on the field of civil engineering.

A fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of technology, engineering, and the development of Great Britain's transportation systems. "The Life of Thomas Telford" remains a compelling and informative portrait of a true visionary.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.

Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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Format
Paperback
Publisher
Anson Street Press
Date
28 March 2025
Pages
246
ISBN
9781022960442

Delve into the remarkable life of Thomas Telford, one of Great Britain's most influential civil engineers, in this meticulously prepared biography. Penned by Samuel Smiles, "The Life of Thomas Telford" explores the career of the innovative engineer whose vision shaped the landscape of a nation.

Discover the story behind Telford's groundbreaking achievements in bridge construction, canal design, and other essential infrastructure projects. This volume offers insight into the historical context surrounding Telford's work and his lasting impact on the field of civil engineering.

A fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of technology, engineering, and the development of Great Britain's transportation systems. "The Life of Thomas Telford" remains a compelling and informative portrait of a true visionary.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.

Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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Format
Paperback
Publisher
Anson Street Press
Date
28 March 2025
Pages
246
ISBN
9781022960442