A Narrative Of The Building And A Description Of The Construction Of The Edystone Lighthouse With Stone by John Smeaton
With Stone: To Which Is Subjoined, An Appendix, Giving Some Account Of The Lighthouse On The Spurn Point, Built Upon A Sand
This detailed account chronicles the ambitious and innovative engineering feat of constructing the Eddystone Lighthouse, a beacon built on a treacherous rock in the English Channel. The narrative delves into the challenges faced by the builders, the ingenious solutions devised to overcome the harsh maritime conditions, and the meticulous craftsmanship involved in using stone as the primary material. It highlights the perseverance and ingenuity required to erect a structure capable of withstanding the relentless forces of nature, ultimately ensuring the safety of mariners navigating these perilous waters.
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- Published
- 1791
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 200-300
- Original Language
- English
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