Yankee from Sweden: The Dream and the Reality in the Days of John Ericsson (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258437374)

""Yankee From Sweden: The Dream And The Reality In The Days Of John Ericsson"" is a biography written by Ruth Morris White about the life and achievements of the Swedish-American inventor and engineer, John Ericsson. The book explores Ericsson's childhood in Sweden, his early interest in engineering, and his eventual move to the United States where he became a prominent figure in the world of engineering and naval technology.Throughout the book, White details Ericsson's many accomplishments, including his invention of the screw propeller, his design of the USS Monitor during the Civil War, and his work on the ironclad warship, the USS Princeton. The book also delves into Ericsson's personal life, including his relationships with his family and friends, as well as his struggles with financial difficulties and health issues.Overall, ""Yankee From Sweden"" provides a comprehensive and engaging look at the life of one of America's most innovative and influential engineers. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of technology and engineering, as well as those interested in the life and legacy of John Ericsson.The Life Story Of A Swedish American Inventive Genius.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: Ruth Morris White
ISBN-10: 1258437376
ISBN-13: 9781258437374
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 07/21/2012
Pages: 326
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.33lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.75d