Lighthouses

By David Stevenson

Book Overview

Lighthouses by David Stevenson is a comprehensive book that explores the history and construction of lighthouses. The author, a renowned lighthouse engineer and member of the famous Stevenson family, provides detailed information on the design and technology of lighthouses, as well as their role in maritime navigation. The book includes stunning photographs and illustrations of lighthouses from around the world, along with fascinating stories of their construction and operation. The author also delves into the daily lives of lighthouse keepers and the challenges they faced in maintaining these iconic structures. This book is an excellent resource for anyone interested in maritime history, engineering, or architecture, and is sure to delight lighthouse enthusiasts of all ages.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: 1163589675
• ISBN13: 9781163589670
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 128 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"