Richard Trevithick (1771-1833) was one of the pioneering engineers of the Industrial Revolution. He worked on a wide range of projects, including railways, mines and mills. This study by his son was published in 1872. Volume 1 covers his predecessors, and early life, before examining his work thematically.

This detailed study of the work of pioneering engineer Richard Trevithick (1771 1833) was published by his son in 1872.