In
this stunning jacketed hardback, science writer Paul Virr introduces 50
of the world's most influential engineers of all time and a selection
of their groundbreaking inventions, showcased with full-colour
photography.
Engineering is everywhere, from the Large Hadron Collider to invisibly small circuits on silicon chips. The 50 Greatest Engineers
celebrates the great achievements that have been made through the ages,
containing profiles of the best-known and most innovative engineers of
all time. Chosen from across the globe, they include a diverse range of
talent - from the likes of Nikola Tesla, Emily Warren Roebling and
Gustave Eiffel to Isambard Kingdom Brunel, Fazlu Rahman Khan and the
Wright Brothers.
Fully illustrated in full-color with examples of
their major works, whether they be machines, buildings, bridges or
life-changing technical innovations, this fascinating book explores how
these men and women have beaten the odds to develop them.
Includes:
• Full-colour photographs and illustrations of famous inventions
• Concise professional biographies of the engineers listed
• Entries arranged in chronological order for easy reference
This is the perfect reference book for all the family to answer the question - 'Who made that?'
ABOUT THE SERIES: The 50 Greatest
series brings together highly visual reference guides, each exploring
50 of the most influential figures across a certain discipline. These
rich biographical profiles outline their key achievements, influences
and impact on the industry, accompanied by stunning full-colour
photography.
