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Lifetime: 1871 - 1934 Passed: ≈ 90 years ago

Title

Author, Engineer

Country/Nationality

Scotland

Archibald Williams

Archibald Williams was a Scottish engineer and author. He was born in 1871 in Edinburgh, Scotland, and died in 1934 in London, England. Williams studied engineering at the University of Edinburgh, and after graduating, he worked as a civil engineer for several years. In 1902, he joined the staff of the Institution of Civil Engineers, where he worked as a technical editor and writer. Williams was a prolific writer, and he wrote several books on engineering, including The Romance of Modern Engineering (1910), The Romance of Modern Electricity (1912), and The Romance of Modern Architecture (1914). He also wrote articles for magazines and newspapers, and he was a regular contributor to the Engineering Journal. Williams was a popular speaker, and he gave lectures on engineering all over the United Kingdom. He was also a member of the Royal Society of Arts, the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, and the Institution of Electrical Engineers.

Books by Archibald Williams

The Romance of Modern Engineering Cover image

The Romance of Modern Engineering

History Science
Romance Civilization Mechanics Life Engineering Railway Dam

It is a non-technical book that describes the history and development of modern engineering. It was written by Archibald Williams, a Scottish engineer and author, and published in 1910. The book is divided into 19 chapters, each of which covers a dif...

The Romance of Modern Locomotion Cover image

The Romance of Modern Locomotion

Science Fiction
History Exploration Engineering Transportation Advancement Scientific Curiosity Locomotion Innovations

It is an exciting and informative book that takes young readers on a captivating journey through the fascinating world of transportation. This engaging book offers an exploration of the evolution and marvels of modern locomotion. First published in [...

The Romance of Early Exploration Cover image

The Romance of Early Exploration

History Non-Fiction
Adventure Romance Trade Exploration Culture Challenges Discovery Historical Geographical

It is an exciting and educational book that takes readers on a captivating journey through the fascinating world of exploration. This book explores the remarkable stories of early explorers who ventured into uncharted territories and embarked on dari...

The Romance of Modern Invention Cover image

The Romance of Modern Invention

Science
Dream Challenges Technology Engineering Magic Inventions Facts

In a world of wonder and innovation, one man embarks on a journey to discover the secrets of modern invention. In The Romance of Modern Invention, Archibald Williams takes readers on a captivating tour of the latest technological marvels of the earl...