James Watt (1736-1819): culture, innovation and enlightenment

James Watt is celebrated as the inventor of the energy efficient pumping and rotative steam engines. Studies of Watt have focused on his inventiveness, influence and reputation. This book explores new aspects of his work and places him in family, social and intellectual contexts during the Enlighten...

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Autores principales: Archer-Parré, Caroline, Dick, Malcolm
Lenguaje:eng
Publicado: Liverpool University Press 2020
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Acceso en línea:http://cds.cern.ch/record/2763727
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