A Practical Treatise On Railways: Explaining Their Construction And Management (1839)

""A Practical Treatise On Railways: Explaining Their Construction And Management"" is a book written by Peter Lecount in 1839. This book provides a comprehensive guide to the construction and management of railways during the early years of the railway industry. It covers topics such as the selection of routes, the design and construction of railway tracks, the types of locomotives and rolling stock, and the management of railway operations. Lecount's book is considered to be a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of railways, as it provides an insight into the early development of this important mode of transportation. It also offers a glimpse into the challenges faced by engineers and managers during the early years of the railway industry, and the solutions they devised to overcome these challenges. Overall, ""A Practical Treatise On Railways: Explaining Their Construction And Management"" is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of transportation, engineering, or management. It is a valuable resource for historians, engineers, and students alike.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.