Alfred Yarrow: His Life and Work is a biography written by Eleanor C. Barnes that chronicles the life of Alfred Yarrow, a prominent British engineer and shipbuilder. The book delves into Yarrow's upbringing, education, and early career, as well as his contributions to the development of steam engines and shipbuilding technology. Yarrow's work on torpedo boats and his involvement in World War I are also explored in detail. The book provides a comprehensive account of Yarrow's personal and professional life, including his relationships with family, friends, and colleagues. With detailed research and insightful analysis, Barnes offers a fascinating portrait of a man who played a significant role in the growth of British industry and engineering.This is a new release of the original 1923 edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.