The Life Of William Denny: Shipbuilder, Dumbarton (1888) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781166204556)

The Life of William Denny: Shipbuilder, Dumbarton (1888) is a biographical account of the life and career of William Denny, a prominent shipbuilder from Dumbarton, Scotland. Written by Alexander Balmain Bruce, the book provides a comprehensive overview of Denny's life, from his early years as an apprentice to his rise to fame as one of the most successful shipbuilders of his time.The book covers Denny's many achievements, including his pioneering work in the development of iron and steel shipbuilding, his innovative designs for steamships and sailing vessels, and his contributions to the growth of the British shipping industry. It also explores Denny's personal life, including his family background, his marriage and children, and his involvement in local politics and community affairs.Throughout the book, Bruce provides detailed descriptions of Denny's ships, their construction, and their performance at sea. He also includes numerous illustrations, photographs, and diagrams to help readers understand the technical aspects of shipbuilding and navigation.Overall, The Life of William Denny: Shipbuilder, Dumbarton (1888) is a fascinating and informative account of one of Scotland's most important shipbuilders. It offers a valuable insight into the history of shipbuilding and maritime technology, as well as the social and economic context in which these developments took place.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.

Author: Alexander Balmain Bruce
ISBN-10: 1166204553
ISBN-13: 9781166204556
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 502
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.46lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.01d