02459cam a22003373u 4500 70176 UtSlPG 20260610134625.0 m cr n 260607r20231903utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 VM Kennedy, John The history of steam navigation Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2023 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2023-03-01 Bob Taylor, Peter Becker and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "The History of Steam Navigation" by John Kennedy is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the development and evolution of steam navigation, outlining the innovations and key figures who contributed to this transformation in maritime transportation. The book covers a broad chronological span, examining inventions and advancements from the 16th century to the emergence of steamship companies. At the start of the book, Kennedy introduces the fascinating background of steam navigation, emphasizing its significance in the context of maritime history and scientific advancement. He recounts early attempts at steam propulsion, discussing various inventors and their claims to have created the first steam engines capable of powering boats. The narrative mentions notable figures such as Blasco de Garay and Robert Fulton, setting the stage for the ensuing exploration of steam navigation's inception and growth, as well as the commercial and technological challenges faced in establishing effective steamship services. This opening portion serves as a foundation for understanding the book's comprehensive account of how steam navigation came to shape global trade and travel. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: United Kingdom: Charles Birchall, Ltd., 1903 Steam-navigation -- History Steamboats -- History Steamboat lines -- History https://archive.org/details/historyofsteamna00kennuoft https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/70176 110918 110918