9781333083342 - on a Surf-bound Coast (classic Reprint): Or, Cable-laying in the African Tropics by Crouch, Archer P. (3 results)
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is an account of a cable-laying expedition down the West Coast of Africa in the late 19th century. The author, a young electrical engineer, provides a vivid description of the voyage, highlighting the technical challenges of cable-laying and the difficulties encountered in th…e African environment. Along the way, the author provides insights into the social and political context of the time, offering a glimpse into the lives of the people living in the region during the period of European expansion. Ultimately, this book is a valuable historical document that sheds light on a forgotten chapter in the history of telecommunications and the impact of technology on the African continent. 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. print-on-demand item.
