Young Engineer's Guide

"Young Engineer's Guide" by J. V. Rohan is a guidebook from the 1800s that teaches new engineers how to use steam engines and boilers. It focuses on giving helpful mechanical details and instructions written in a straightforward way. The author explains why he wrote it, which was because many young, mechanically minded people needed a book that showed them how steam engines worked. Rohan explains that he wants to present this information in an easy-to-understand manner, giving straightforward technical information to new engineers. Early chapters cover different kinds of boilers, important engineer responsibilities, and what to consider when buying an engine.