This book offers a comprehensive guide to the intricate network of streetcar routes in and around Boston in 1894. Written for both visitors and residents, it serves as a practical tool for navigating the city's rapidly expanding electric rail system. The author aims to solve the perennial problem of figuring out where to find the right streetcar for any given destination, particularly in a time when Boston's streetcar system was in a state of rapid growth and expansion. The book provides a detailed breakdown of each streetcar line, categorized by color and destination. It includes a map-like system of locations within the city, pinpointing where to find specific routes and the number of cars operating per hour in each direction. The author also discusses the complexities of transfers and fares, offering advice on how to save money by using the system effectively. This focus on practical advice and a user-friendly format speaks to the author's understanding of the needs of the traveling public. The book's exploration of the streetcar system is not merely practical; it also reflects the burgeoning technological advancements of the late 19th century. It showcases the transformative impact of electric streetcars on urban mobility, highlighting the burgeoning "poor man's carriage" as a symbol of progress and accessibility. The book provides a unique glimpse into the evolving transportation landscape of Boston during a pivotal moment in history.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book offers a comprehensive guide to the intricate network of streetcar routes in and around Boston in 1894. Written for both visitors and residents, it serves as a practical tool for navigating the city's rapidly expanding electric rail system. The author aims to solve the perennial problem of figuring out where to find the right streetcar for any given destination, particularly in a time when Boston's streetcar system was in a state of rapid growth and expansion. The book provides a detailed breakdown of each streetcar line, categorized by color and destination. It includes a map-like system of locations within the city, pinpointing where to find specific routes and the number of cars operating per hour in each direction. The author also discusses the complexities of transfers and fares, offering advice on how to save money by using the system effectively. This focus on practical advice and a user-friendly format speaks to the author's understanding of the needs of the traveling public. The book's exploration of the streetcar system is not merely practical; it also reflects the burgeoning technological advancements of the late 19th century. It showcases the transformative impact of electric streetcars on urban mobility, highlighting the burgeoning "poor man's carriage" as a symbol of progress and accessibility. The book provides a unique glimpse into the evolving transportation landscape of Boston during a pivotal moment in history. 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 9781332211722_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332211722
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