Bathurst, Bella

The Lighthouse Stevensons

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ISBN 13:
9780007204434
author:
Bathurst, Bella
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Harper Perennial
language:
English
Publication Year:
2005
Pages:
304
Dimensions:
19.8 x 12.9 x 2.1 centimetres (0
Genre:
Family history
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£12.24

Description

The Lighthouse Stevensons: An Epic Story of Building and Innovation Against Impossible Odds. Robert Louis Stevenson's famous words reveal the deep connection he felt to his ancestors, who built every lighthouse around Scotland. Their story is one of remarkable achievement and determination, as they overcame incredible challenges to light the darkness of the seas. This beautifully told biography celebrates their high endeavour and innovative spirit. The Lighthouse Stevensons, all four generations of them, made significant contributions to engineering and optics. They were driven by a passion for building and inventing, which led to numerous groundbreaking inventions and feats of engineering that would be impressive even today. Their legacy is a testament to the power of human ingenuity and perseverance.

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