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Electrical traction is of national importance, destined perhaps materially to abate the evil of overcrowding, by providing cheap and rapid means of access from centres of industry to country districts and vice vema.
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- PublisherForgotten Books
- Publication date2018
- ISBN 10 1332071775
- ISBN 13 9781332071777
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages318
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book takes the reader on a fascinating journey through the dawn of the electrical age, specifically focusing on the transition from steam to electric locomotion. The author, writing in 1903, vividly captures the excitement surrounding this technological revolution, highlighting how electricity was poised to transform not only travel but also various aspects of daily life. From the early pioneer electric railways like the Giants Causeway and Brighton Beach lines, to the groundbreaking subterranean systems of London, the author explores the different forms of electric traction that were rapidly gaining popularity. The book delves into the engineering marvels of the time, with detailed descriptions of electric power houses, intricate track layouts, and the remarkable new vehicles that were beginning to shape urban landscapes. The author's insightful observations extend beyond technological advancements, as he examines the social and economic implications of this new era, anticipating how electricity would eventually permeate homes, workplaces, and even agriculture. The book stands as a captivating snapshot of a pivotal moment in history, offering a glimpse into the hopes and anxieties surrounding the rise of a new, electrified world. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781332071777_0
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