Hawkins' Mechanical Dictionary: A Cyclopedia Of Words, Terms, Phrases And Data Used In The Mechanic Arts, Trades And Sciences

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First published in 1870, this massive tome contains over 8,000 pages of definitions, explanations, and illustrations of the terminology and principles of mechanical engineering. Covering everything from steam engines to printing presses, and from architecture to shipbuilding, Hawkins's dictionary is a comprehensive and authoritative resource for anyone interested in the history and practice of the mechanical arts. While technical and dense, this book's exhaustive coverage makes it a valuable reference for engineers, inventors, and scholars.