Preface
Introduction
1. An account of the invention and progressive improvement of the steam engine
2. Of the nature and properties of steam
3. Of the generation and condensation of steam and the apparatus for those purposes
4. On the mechanical power of steam
5. Of the construction of non-condensing engines
6. Of the construction of condensing engines
7. Of the proportions, and the construction of the parts of steam engines
8. Of equalizing the action, regulating the power, measuring the useful effect, and managing the steam engine
9. On the application of steam engines
10. Of steam navigation
Tables
Explanation of the plates
Index.