Submarine: The Autobiography of Simon Lake

Submarine: The Autobiography of Simon Lake is a memoir written by Simon Lake, a prominent inventor and pioneer in the field of undersea exploration. The book chronicles Lake's life and his many contributions to the development of submarines and other underwater vehicles.The autobiography begins with Lake's early life and his fascination with the sea, which led him to begin experimenting with underwater vessels at a young age. The book then follows Lake's career as he designs and builds a series of increasingly sophisticated submarines, culminating in the development of the Argonaut, a groundbreaking vessel that was capable of diving to depths of over 200 feet.Throughout the book, Lake discusses the many challenges he faced in his work, including financial setbacks, technical difficulties, and the skepticism of his peers. He also describes his many adventures at sea, including a number of daring expeditions to explore the ocean depths.In addition to his work on submarines, Lake also discusses his other inventions and innovations, including a system for harvesting pearls from oysters and a device for detecting underwater mines during World War I.Overall, Submarine: The Autobiography of Simon Lake is a fascinating and inspiring account of one man's lifelong dedication to exploring the mysteries of the deep. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of undersea exploration and the development of modern submarines.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.