Life of Richard Trevithick, with an Account of His Inventions. Volume 2 (of 2)

This volume presents a detailed account of an engineer-inventor's career and mechanical innovations, combining biographical narrative with technical description. It catalogs steam-powered devices and experiments—locomotive and portable engines, boilers, stone-working and agricultural machinery—offering practical drawings, performance figures, costs, and installation reports. Correspondence and case studies illustrate construction methods, safety measures, patent disputes, and comparisons with contemporary designs, while also tracing applications in mining, docks, farming, and overseas projects. The tone balances hands-on practical advice with engineering analysis, emphasizing iterative problem solving, adaptation to local needs, and the inventor's efforts to commercialize and deploy new steam technologies.