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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book critically assesses the mismanagement of British railways and their companies in the early 20th century, a time when inefficiencies and waste were rife. The author, an experienced railway observer, highlights the lack of standardization, duplication of services, and excessive competition as key issues plaguing the system. He argues that the high number of private companies and their relentless pursuit of profit led to unnecessary expenses being passed on to the public through inflated fares and poor service. Furthermore, the book discusses the negative impact of private ownership on the railways, such as the lack of investment in infrastructure and the neglect of passenger needs in favor of shareholder dividends. Ultimately, the book suggests that nationalizing the railways would eliminate these problems and ensure a more efficient, cost-effective, and passenger-centric railway system. 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. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330173374_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330173374
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330173374
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)