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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the complexities of the railway system in Britain during the mid to late 19th Century. The author carefully examines the impact of private enterprise on the development of the rail network from 1844, when the government granted railway companies the right to purchase their lines after 21 years, until 1866 when the author argues that the government should take back control of the system to avoid the impending private sector monopolies that threatened to stifle progress and innovation. The book provides a detailed analysis of the financial, political, and social implications of government ownership and management of the railways, offering a unique perspective on the historical context of nationalized public services. By exploring the failures of private enterprise and the potential benefits of state control, this book sheds light on the ongoing debate surrounding the role of government in managing essential public infrastructure. 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 9781332049011_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332049011
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332049011
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)