The Engineering Book: From the Catapult to the Curiosity Rover, 250 Milestones in the History of Engineering (Union Square & Co. Milestones)
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The Engineering Book: From the Catapult to the Curiosity Rover, 250 Milestones in the History of Engineering (Union Square & Co. Milestones)
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Four Stars
Ivan Balaz✓ Verified Purchase•September 26, 2017
Very good book
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Amazon Customer✓ Verified Purchase•June 3, 2017
great
Learning how mankind has strived over several thousand years to unravel engineering mysteries kept my interest
Paul F. Brooks✓ Verified Purchase•March 16, 2017
The Engineering Book: From the Catapult to the Curiosity Rover, 250 Milestones in the History of Engineering (Sterling Milestones) [0740 - 03-19-2017 - Science - Engineering]
"The Engineering Book" is an excellent source for information about the science of engineering as it relates to items we may take for granted but encounter in every day life - bridges - towers - canals - sailing ships - steam engines etc. . The format of the book is quite intriguing. There are 250 one page essays accompanied by a full page related drawing or photograph. The pages follow a chronological history of concepts, discoveries and objects directly related to the use of Engineering skills and concepts.
I would assume that this book would be an useful addition to a high school library or a unexpected gift to a curious individual considering a career in science.
This volume is part of a series of similar formatted books. I had previously read the Chemistry and Physics edition and will acquire and read the Astronomy book next.
This is a stimulating book in many respects. It's not a text book yet assumes a "reasonable" common sense knowledge of how common everyday items work - think a water wheel, an old type clock or a bow and arrow for examples. Helpful but not necessary is a familiarity with the basic terminologies and concepts of engineering.
This retired reader has no formal engineering training but an abiding curiosity about the subject. Having the time and inclination I read through the entire book several pages per day. This is a very interesting book that would, I believe, appeal to a wide range of readers. I came away with a deep appreciation of this science and the persistence of its practitioners. Learning how mankind has strived over several thousand years to unravel engineering mysteries and convert that knowledge into practical applications was very inspiring.
"The Engineering Book" is an excellent source for information about the science of engineering as it relates to items we may take for granted but encounter in every day life - bridges - towers - canals - sailing ships - steam engines etc. . The format of the book is quite intriguing. There are 250 one page essays accompanied by a full page related drawing or photograph. The pages follow a chronological history of concepts, discoveries and objects directly related to the use of Engineering skills and concepts.
I would assume that this book would be an useful addition to a high school library or a unexpected gift to a curious individual considering a career in science.
This volume is part of a series of similar formatted books. I had previously read the Chemistry and Physics edition and will acquire and read the Astronomy book next.
This is a stimulating book in many respects. It's not a text book yet assumes a "reasonable" common sense knowledge of how common everyday items work - think a water wheel, an old type clock or a bow and arrow for examples. Helpful but not necessary is a familiarity with the basic terminologies and concepts of engineering.
This retired reader has no formal engineering training but an abiding curiosity about the subject. Having the time and inclination I read through the entire book several pages per day. This is a very interesting book that would, I believe, appeal to a wide range of readers. I came away with a deep appreciation of this science and the persistence of its practitioners. Learning how mankind has strived over several thousand years to unravel engineering mysteries and convert that knowledge into practical applications was very inspiring.
Five Stars
Amazon Customer✓ Verified Purchase•February 1, 2017
Love it!
he was very pleased to have gotten it
Amazon Customer✓ Verified Purchase•January 21, 2017
I can't speak for myself, as it was a gift to a relative. But, from his reaction in receiving it, and his perusing its pages, he was very pleased to have gotten it, and can't wait to read it. He is currently a student studying engineering at the University, so I'm sure that it will get great use.
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