Beam Engines, by T. E. Crowley. 32 Pages. Softbound. There is a huge variety of books on the steam engine, but almost all of these deal with just transport. This goal of this book is to introduce the beam engine - the largest and most varied aspect of the use of steam power - which has been neglected in modern literature. The beam engine has been used by mills, factories, canals, railways, and furnaces for two centuries. This book is all about the beam engine, and contains interesting sections on progress in the 1790's, the Cornish engine, the heyday of steam, and many more. It features numerous vintage black & white photographs and detailed diagrams. This fascinating look at the mysterious powerhouse that is the Beam engine is bound to both educate and intrigue everyone. UNAVAILABLE (BK-0910)