Isbn: 9781334070112 - the life boat, and other life-saving inventions (classic reprint) (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book presents research and ideas on the development of inventions that save human lives, particularly in the nautical and maritime context, including ships and water-related disasters. The author draws from primary source material, including reports, circulars, and public records, to provide a detailed history of life-saving devices. The author discusses topics such as the evolution of life belts, mattresses, hammocks, and other emergency flotation devices, focusing on their implementation in both civilian and military vessels. The author also explores the role of societies, such as the Society of Arts, in recognizing and incentivizing innovation in this field. This book offers a comprehensive overview of the history of life-saving inventions, highlighting their profound impact on maritime safety and the preservation of human life. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. …