{"title":"Sheila MacKay","description":"\u003cp\u003eShelia MacKay is an accomplished author renowned for her vivid explorations into historical and military themes. Her works delve deep into the fabric of history, bringing to life the stories behind some of the world's most significant engineering feats and military endeavours. One of her standout books, \u003cem\u003eThe Forth Bridge\u003c\/em\u003e, offers an enthralling journey into the history and construction of this iconic structure, expertly weaving technical insights with engaging narrative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSheila's writing is characterised by meticulous research and a keen eye for detail, making her books both educational and captivating. Whether you're a history enthusiast or a curious reader, you'll find her carefully crafted narratives enrich your understanding of the past while keeping you thoroughly engrossed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHer contributions to the History \u0026amp; Military genre are invaluable, cementing her as a significant figure in contemporary historical literature. Explore Sheila MacKay's collection for a deep dive into history's captivating stories and the engineering marvels that defined them.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-forth-bridge-by-sheila-mackay-9781780276960","title":"The Forth Bridge","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Forth Bridge\u003c\/i\u003e was the greatest engineering feat the Victorian world had ever seen and remains, to this day, one of the great achievements of mankind. \u003ci\u003eThe Forth Bridge: A Picture History\u003c\/i\u003e tells the dramatic story of its construction using rare archive photographs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"It may perhaps interest you if I mention a few figures in connexion with the construction of the bridge. Its extreme length, including the approach viaduct, is 2,765 yards, one and one-fifth of a mile, and the actual length of the cantilever portion of the bridge is one mile and 20 yards. About eight million rivets have been used in the bridge, and 42 miles of bent plates used in the tubes – about the distance between Edinburgh and Glasgow. The works were commenced in April 1883, and it is highly to the credit of everyone engaged in the operation that a structure so stupendous and so exceptional in its character should have been completed within seven years.\" – HRH The Prince of Wales, 4 March 1890\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46850044920044,"sku":"9781780276960","price":39.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/23556013482821.jpg?v=1759077747"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/sheila-mackay.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}