Chief Engineer
Narrated by Jo Anna Perrin
- Released
- June 27, 2017
- Length
- 14 hrs 14 mins
- Format
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Publisher
- Tantor Audio
In "Chief Engineer," Erica Wagner explores the compelling life of Washington Roebling, the man behind the iconic Brooklyn Bridge. Following the death of his father, John Roebling, Washington faced great challenges to realize his father's dream, ultimately shaping one of America’s most recognizable landmarks. This biography delves into themes of immigration, resilience, and the monumental changes of his era, enriched by Roebling's recently uncovered memoir, offering an intimate look at a remarkable engineer's journey through adversity.
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