The book "Engineers and their triumphs: the history of the locomotive, the steamship, the construction of bridges, the construction of tunnels" by Frederick Morell Holmes is an exciting journey into the world of great achievements of technical science. The book tells the story of the invention and improvement of steam technology that changed the face of industry and transportation in the 19th century. The author highlights important steps in the history of the development of locomotives, steamships, bridge and tunnel construction, revealing the role of engineers in these processes. This book explores in depth the work of great engineers, their inventions and achievements, which are rightly considered important milestones of progress and technical art. "Engineers and their triumphs" is an important book for anyone interested in the history of technology and technological achievements of mankind.