The Importance of Competition Between Railways (Classic Reprint)
Language: English
Published by Forgotten Books, 2018
- Softcover
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Print on Demand. This thought-provoking book analyzes the historical relationship between the United States government and the country's railway system, uncovering the policies and decisions that have shaped their complex interplay over the decades. The author argues that the government's vacillating approach to railway regulation and ownership has led to a series of crises and missed opportunities, ultimately hindering the development of an efficient and equitable transportation network. The book meticulously examines the challenges and consequences of private ownership, the impact of government intervention, and the ongoing tension between the interests of investors, workers, and the public. Through a nuanced exploration of rates, labor relations, and technological advancements, this book offers a comprehensive understanding of the profound influence railways have had on the nation's economic growth, social mobility, and geopolitical standing. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.…
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- Title
- The Importance of Competition Between Railways (Classic Reprint)
- Author
- Edward Dudley Kenna
- Publisher
- Forgotten Books
- Publication year
- 2018
- Condition
- New
- Book Type
- print-on-demand item
- Binding
- Paperback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 1333276621
- ISBN 13
- 9781333276621
- Seller catalogs
- General Administrative Records
Competition over monopoly shapes how railways serve a growing nation.
This work argues that private ownership can fuel progress only when healthy rivalry is preserved, not when a single carrier dominates. It offers a clear case for government action to ensure adequate facilities, fair rates, and reliable service while inviting constructive debate about policy.
The author critiques both unrestrained private power and blanket public control, proposing a principled path that protects the public while encouraging enterprise. Through historical context, it explains how competition has driven innovation in routes, facilities, and pricing, and why a tailored policy may be needed to avoid past mistakes.
- Why competition matters for growth and national progress
- The dangers of monopolies and the limits of private ownership
- A proposed role for a national agency to regulate mergers and agreements
- How government credit and selective support could sustain needed facilities
Ideal for readers of economic policy, transportation history, and civic discussions about how public and private interests shape infrastructure.
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Forgotten Books’ Classic Reprint Series utilizes the latest technology to regenerate facsimiles of historically important writings. Careful attention has been made to accurately preserve the original format of each page whilst digitally enhancing the quality of the aged text.
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