fulton, robert

Briefly presents, in graphic novel format, the life and inventions and innovations of Robert Fulton, the inventor of the steamboat.

Describes the life and work of eighteenth-century inventor and businessman Robert Fulton, focusing on his development of the steamboat.

A steamboat pilot recalls the day in 1807 when he saw a steamboat designed by Robert Fulton, the first on the Hudson River, and the people around him thought it must be some kind of monster.

Examines the life and many interests of eighteenth-century inventor and artist Robert Fulton, focusing on his development of the first large steamboat that worked.

Presents biographical information about Robert Fulton, who invented the first successful steamboat and worked as a mechanic, engineer, artist, and inventor to design and build various items, and covers the work of modern engineers on bridges, robots, and other items.

Robert Fulton's many accomplishments are covered in this biography. Not only was Fulton a gifted painter, he was also an innovative engineer whose inventions include the commercial steamboat, the torpedo, and the first working submarine.

Presents a profile of eighteenth-century scientist Robert Fulton, inventor of the first workable steamboat, discussing his childhood in Pennsylvania, his association with Ben Franklin, and his lifelong interest in all sorts of boats.

Describes the life and work of the talented inventor and resourceful businessman, with special emphasis on his development of the steamboat.

A history of water travel discussing the first log boats, early ships, and present-day vessels.