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Rambles On Railways (1868)

Rambles On Railways (1868)

Roney, Cusack Patrick

Paperback

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ISBN10: 1165698714
ISBN13: 9781165698714
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 540
Weight: 1.57
Height: 1.09 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Rambles On Railways is a book written by Cusack Patrick Roney and originally published in 1868. The book is a comprehensive guide to the railway system in Britain at the time, covering everything from the history of railways to the technical details of locomotives and track construction. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of the railway system. The first chapter provides an overview of the history of railways, from the earliest steam engines to the modern locomotives of the time. Subsequent chapters cover topics such as the construction of railways, the different types of locomotives and their workings, and the safety measures in place to prevent accidents.In addition to technical information, Rambles On Railways also includes anecdotes and stories about the people who worked on the railways, as well as descriptions of the landscapes and towns that the railways passed through. The book is written in a lively and engaging style, making it accessible to both railway enthusiasts and general readers.Overall, Rambles On Railways is a fascinating and informative book that provides a unique insight into the railway system in Britain during the mid-19th century. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of railways, as well as those interested in the social and cultural impact of this revolutionary mode of transportation.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.

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