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Author : Robert Louis Stevenson
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (139 download)
Download or read book Robert Stevenson's Account of the Building of the Bell Rock Lighthouse written by Robert Louis Stevenson and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Robert Stevenson
Publisher : Independently Published
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 558 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (139 download)
Download or read book An Account of the Bell Rock Lighthouse written by Robert Stevenson and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2021-02-27 with total page 558 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bell Rock, a small outcrop lying just below the roiling waves of the North Sea, had long been the site of smashed ships and doomed sailors, with an estimated 6 shipwrecks per year as the 18th century drew to a close. With the need for navigational warning, Robert Stevenson took command of the planning and construction of what would become the legendary Bell Rock Lighthouse. In his Account, Stevenson details the monumental task of building a structure to stand up to the ferocity of the open ocean, using revolutionary engineering and construction techniques, on a rock only visible a few hours a day at low tide.
Author : R. G. Grant
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780500519769
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (197 download)
Download or read book Sentinels of the Sea written by R. G. Grant and published by . This book was released on 2018 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lighthouses have always unsettled and attracted in equal measure, highlighting the triumphs and failures in humanity's battle with the forces of nature. Taking as its heroes the lighthouses themselves, Sentinels of the Sea describes the engineering genius that allowed their construction on even the smallest of rock outcrops and the innovations that made the lights so powerful and reliable. Intricate, elegant architectural plans and elevations, and evocative period drawings and photographs showcase the innovative designs and technologies behind fifty historic lighthouses built around the world from the 17th to the 20th century. R.G. Grant's engaging and authoritative text chronicles the incredible feats of engineering and endurance that brought these iconic, isolated towers into being, the advances in lens technology that made the lights so effective, and the everyday routines of the lighthouse keepers and the heroic rescues that some performed. Packed with extraordinary stories of human endeavour, desperate shipwrecks, builders defying the elements and heroic sea rescues, the book also reveals the isolation and vulnerability of the dedicated lighthouse keepers.
Author : Bella Bathurst
Publisher : Harper Collins
ISBN 13 : 0062094742
Total Pages : 336 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (62 download)
Download or read book The Lighthouse Stevensons written by Bella Bathurst and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 2011-06-28 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For centuries the seas around Scotland were notorious for shipwrecks. Mariners' only aids were skill, luck, and single coal-fire light on the east coast, which was usually extinguished by rain. In 1786 the Northern Lighthouse Trust was established, with Robert Stevenson appointed as chief engineer a few years later. In this engrossing book, Bella Bathhurst reveals that the Stevensons not only supervised the construction of the lighthouses under often desperate conditions but also perfected a design of precisely chiseled interlocking granite blocks that would withstand the enormous waves that batter these stone pillars. The same Stevensons also developed the lamps and lenses of the lights themselves, which "sent a gleam across the wave" and prevented countless ships from being lost at sea. While it is the writing of Robert Louis Stevenson that brought fame to the family name, this mesmerizing account shows how his extraordinary ancestors changed the shape of the Scotland coast against incredible odds and with remarkable technical ingenuity.
Author : Robert Stevenson
Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
ISBN 13 : 3752430567
Total Pages : 566 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (524 download)
Download or read book An Account of the Bell Rock Light-House written by Robert Stevenson and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2020-08-14 with total page 566 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reproduction of the original: An Account of the Bell Rock Light-House by Robert Stevenson
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Author : David Stevenson
Publisher : Echo Library
ISBN 13 : 9781406886337
Total Pages : 192 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (863 download)
Download or read book Life of Robert Stevenson (Illustrated Edition) written by David Stevenson and published by Echo Library. This book was released on 2017-11-15 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Stevenson (1772-1850) was a Scottish civil engineer and famed designer and builder of lighthouses, one of his finest achievements being the construction of the Bell Rock Lighthouse. This biography published in 1878 was written by his son David who helped continue the great dynasty of lighthouse engineering founded by his father. Illustrated with 12 full-page plates and 20 illustrations, diagrams and maps integrated with the text.
Author : Roland Paxton
Publisher : Whittles
ISBN 13 : 9780956720900
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (29 download)
Download or read book Dynasty of Engineers written by Roland Paxton and published by Whittles. This book was released on 2011 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Account of the building of the lighthouse and the famous engineering Stevensons
Author : David Stevenson
Publisher : Good Press
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 187 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (596 download)
Download or read book Life of Robert Stevenson, Civil Engineer written by David Stevenson and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-11-02 with total page 187 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: David Stevenson's 'Life of Robert Stevenson, Civil Engineer' provides a detailed account of the life and work of the esteemed engineer Robert Stevenson. The book delves into Stevenson's groundbreaking contributions to civil engineering, particularly in the field of lighthouse construction. Through meticulous research and engaging prose, David Stevenson presents a comprehensive overview of Stevenson's innovative projects and his lasting impact on the engineering world. The book is a valuable resource for those interested in the history of engineering and the development of infrastructure in the 19th century. Stevenson's writing style is both informative and engaging, making the technical aspects of civil engineering accessible to a wider audience. As a descendant of Robert Stevenson, David Stevenson brings a unique perspective to the biography, offering insights into the personal life and motivations of his ancestor. His family connection allows for a deeper understanding of Stevenson's character and legacy, making this biography a compelling read for history enthusiasts and engineering professionals alike. I highly recommend 'Life of Robert Stevenson, Civil Engineer' to anyone interested in the intersection of engineering, history, and biography. David Stevenson's thorough research and engaging narrative make this book a must-read for those seeking to explore the life and achievements of a pioneering civil engineer.
Author : Robert Stevenson
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
ISBN 13 : 1107610931
Total Pages : 163 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (76 download)
Download or read book The Craftsman Series: The Bell Rock Lighthouse written by Robert Stevenson and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2013-01-17 with total page 163 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This 1931 book is comprised of extracts from An Account of the Bell Rock Lighthouse (1824) by Robert Stevenson (1772-1850), a renowned Scottish civil engineer who specialised in the design and construction of lighthouses. A highly readable book that will be of value to anyone with an interest in civil engineering.
Author : Robert Louis Stevenson
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 362 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (334 download)
Download or read book Treasure Island written by Robert Louis Stevenson and published by . This book was released on 1918 with total page 362 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : David Stevenson
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
ISBN 13 : 1108070582
Total Pages : 323 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (8 download)
Download or read book Life of Robert Stevenson written by David Stevenson and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2014-08-28 with total page 323 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This 1878 biography explains how civil engineer Robert Stevenson's many lighthouses made the Scottish coastline much safer for shipping.
Author : Robert Louis Stevenson
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 430 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (31 download)
Download or read book In the South Seas written by Robert Louis Stevenson and published by . This book was released on 1896 with total page 430 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Robert Louis Stevenson
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 400 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (318 download)
Download or read book Leters and Miscellanies of Robert Louis Stevenson written by Robert Louis Stevenson and published by . This book was released on 1907 with total page 400 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Robert Louis Stevenson
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 456 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (35 download)
Download or read book The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson written by Robert Louis Stevenson and published by . This book was released on 1912 with total page 456 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Robert Louis Stevenson
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 492 pages
Book Rating : 4.A/5 ( download)
Download or read book The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson: Familiar studies. A family of engineers and an Essay on Stevenson written by Robert Louis Stevenson and published by . This book was released on 1906 with total page 492 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Robert Louis Stevenson
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ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 536 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (15 download)
Download or read book The Vailima Edition of the Works of Robert Louis Stevenson written by Robert Louis Stevenson and published by . This book was released on 1912 with total page 536 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
