The Railway Conquest of the World by Frederick Arthur Ambrose Talbot

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Author Talbot, Frederick Arthur Ambrose, 1880-1924
LoC No. 12035372
Title The Railway Conquest of the World
Original Publication United Kingdom: William Heinemann,1911.
Note Reading ease score: 54.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary "The Railway Conquest of the World" by Frederick Arthur Ambrose Talbot is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work explores the development and impact of railways across the globe, weaving together both the romantic tales of railway construction and the numerous challenges faced by engineers and laborers. It particularly underscores the transformative effects of rail travel on societies, economies, and cultures. The opening of the book introduces the adventurous and perilous life of a railway surveyor, providing insight into the trials and tribulations faced during the initial mapping of railway routes. Talbot shares anecdotes that illustrate the harsh conditions and dangers of railway building, including encounters with hostile locals and treacherous natural landscapes. The narrative highlights the unsung bravery of surveyors and railway engineers who, despite facing near-insurmountable obstacles, worked tirelessly to lay down the bedrock for the vast networks of rail that would change the face of transportation forever. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class TF: Technology: Railroad engineering and operation
Subject Railroad engineering -- History
Subject Railroads -- History
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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