The most beautiful engine illustrated book in the world

Product Description

This enlightening book, authored by Theodore Gray, delves into the fascinating world of engines, the remarkable inventions that convert energy into motive power. With a keen interest in how things work, Gray takes readers on a journey through the evolution of engines, from the steam locomotives and automobiles of the past to the sophisticated motors of today. Using a transparent skeleton model he invented, Gray explains the mechanics behind these powerful machines. This book is a sequel to his previous work, "The World's Most Beautiful Illustrated Book of How Things Work," where he explored fundamental handicraft technologies. In his latest offering, Gray's passion for machinery shines through as he focuses on the significant inventions post-Industrial Revolution: steam engines, internal combustion engines, and electric motors. This book is a must-read for anyone fascinated by the ingenuity and wisdom behind the engines that power our world.

Table of Contents

- Introduction: The Engine--How It Works and Why We Love It
- Chapter 1: The Steam Engine
- Chapter 2: The Internal Combustion Engine
- Chapter 3: Electric Motors
- Chapter 4: The Engine - Wisdom and Ingenuity

Product Specification

- Title: The Engine That Runs the World
- Author: Theodore Gray
- Focus: Evolution of engines, from steam engines to electric motors
- Features: Transparent skeleton model explanations, exploration of significant inventions post-Industrial Revolution
- Audience: Individuals interested in mechanics, history of technology, and industrial inventions