"Puffing Billy" and the Prize "Rocket" - Couverture souple

Knight, Helen C (Helen Cross)

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1023394936 ISBN 13 : 9781023394932

Editeur : Anson Street Press, 2025

Synopsis

"Puffing Billy and the Prize Rocket: or the story of the Stephensons and our Railways" recounts the fascinating history of early railroads and the steam engines that powered them. Helen Cross Knight chronicles the groundbreaking achievements of George and Robert Stephenson, pioneers of locomotive technology.

This meticulously prepared print republication explores the birth of the railway age. Journey back in time to witness the creation of iconic locomotives like "Puffing Billy" and the revolutionary "Rocket," which captured the prize and reshaped transportation.

Discover the ingenuity and determination that drove these engineering marvels. Perfect for anyone interested in the history of technology, the development of railroads in England, or the legacy of the Stephensons. This classic work offers a glimpse into a pivotal moment in history.

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Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Anson Street Press
• Date d'édition: 2025
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1023394936
• ISBN 13: 9781023394932
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 68
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible