James Watt

James Watt is a biography written by Andrew Carnegie, a Scottish-American industrialist and philanthropist. The book chronicles the life and work of James Watt, a Scottish inventor and mechanical engineer who is credited with the development of the steam engine. The biography begins by exploring Watt's early life and education in Scotland, including his apprenticeship as a mathematical instrument maker. The book then delves into Watt's career as an inventor, highlighting his work on improving the efficiency of the steam engine and his collaboration with industrialist Matthew Boulton. Carnegie also explores Watt's personal life, including his marriage to his cousin, Margaret Miller, and his friendships with other notable figures of the time, such as Benjamin Franklin and Josiah Wedgwood. Throughout the book, Carnegie provides insights into the historical context of Watt's work, including the Industrial Revolution and the impact of Watt's inventions on industry and society. Overall, James Watt is a comprehensive and engaging biography that provides a detailed look at the life and work of one of the most influential inventors of the 18th century.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.