Henry William Crosskey: His Life And Work (1895)

By E F M MacCarthy and Richard A. Armstrong

Book Overview

Henry William Crosskey: His Life And Work (1895) is a biographical book written by Richard Acland Armstrong. The book tells the story of Henry William Crosskey, a notable British engineer and inventor from the 19th century. The book covers Crosskey's early life and education, his career as an engineer, and his contributions to the development of the British railway system.The author provides a detailed account of Crosskey's life, including his work on the construction of the Liverpool and Manchester Railway, as well as his involvement in the design and construction of numerous other railway lines throughout Britain. The book also explores Crosskey's personal life, including his family, friends, and colleagues.Throughout the book, the author provides insights into Crosskey's engineering innovations, including his work on the development of steam engines and locomotives. The book also highlights Crosskey's contributions to the field of civil engineering, including his work on the construction of bridges and tunnels.Overall, Henry William Crosskey: His Life And Work (1895) is a comprehensive biography of a prominent figure in British engineering and a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the railway industry in Britain.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104759713
• ISBN13: 9781104759711
• Release Date: July 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 464 Pages
• Weight: 1.36 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"