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Railway Transportation, Principles and Point of View

Railway Transportation, Principles and Point of View

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ISBN10: 1025942876
ISBN13: 9781025942872
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 936
Weight: 2.83
Height: 1.85 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Railway Transportation, Principles and Point of View is an authoritative study on the development, operation, and economic significance of the American railway system during its most influential era. Written by Sidney Lincoln Miller, this work provides a comprehensive analysis of the evolution of transportation in the United States, examining the historical progress from early rail lines to the complex infrastructure of the early 20th century. The text delves into the fundamental principles of railway management, exploring the intricacies of rate-making, service standards, and the crucial relationship between carriers and the public.

Miller offers a detailed perspective on the financial and regulatory challenges facing the industry, including the impact of federal legislation and the role of the Interstate Commerce Commission. This volume serves as an essential resource for understanding the logistics and economics that shaped modern travel and commerce. By focusing on both the mechanical progress and the socio-economic effects of rail transport, Railway Transportation, Principles and Point of View remains a vital historical document for students of business history, civil engineering, and public policy. It captures a pivotal moment in the history of American industry, reflecting a comprehensive point of view from a time when the railroad was the lifeblood of the nation's economy.

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