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The Steam Engine Familiarly Described offers a detailed exploration of the steam engine, its history, and its myriad applications. This volume provides a comprehensive overview suitable for both enthusiasts and those new to the subject. Beginning with a historical perspective, the book traces the evolution of the steam engine from its earliest forms to its more sophisticated iterations. It meticulously explains the principles of operation, detailing the functions of each component and their interactions. The book further elucidates the engine's diverse uses across industries, from powering factories to driving locomotives and ships. Readers will gain a profound appreciation for the steam engine's pivotal role in shaping the modern world. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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