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John Smeaton, the greatest civil engineer of the 18th century, was principal founder of the profession in Britain and an engineering scientist of international repute. This is a biography of Smeaton, which covers the whole range of his diverse achievements.
Contents
Introduction
John Smeaton
Scientific work
Mills and millwork
The Eddystone Lighthouse
Rivers and Canals
Fen Drainage
Bridges
Steam Engines
Harbours
Professional Practice
Papers, Reports and Drawings
Portraits of Smeaton
Appendix 1
Appendix 2
Appendix 3
Notes and References
Index