9780282982539 - patents for inventions, vol. 2: abridgments of specifications relating to railways; a. d. 1867-1876 (classic reprint) von lack, henry reader (1 Ergebnisse)
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the inventions of the 19th century that led to the establishment of railways, revolutionizing global travel and transportation of goods. The author provides an in-depth look at the technological advancements that defined one of the most prosperous periods of invention…and innovation, which irrevocably transformed society and gave birth to the modern world. From the steam locomotive to groundbreaking signaling systems that improved safety, this book traces the development of groundbreaking technologies, operational improvements, and innovations in materials and manufacturing, narrating how they were shaped by the social and economic conditions of the time. The author presents a comprehensive and detailed account of how railways grew from their nascent beginnings to irrevocably change the future of travel, trade, industry, urban development, and warfare, leaving a legacy that continues to shape our world today. 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.
