Extracts from the Private Letters of the Late Sir William Fothergill Cooke, 1836-39, Relating to the Invention and Development of the Electric Telegraph: Also, a Memoir (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple
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The Council of the Institution of Electrical Engineers have authorised the publication of the following extracts from private letters addressed by the late Sir William Fothergill Cooke to his Mother and to other immediate relatives, believing that they will prove of much interest in connection with the early history of the Electric Telegraph, and its practical introduction into this country by him and the late Sir Charles Wheatstone.
These letters form a very small portion of the valuable and interesting collection of mss. Which have come into the posses sion of the Institution, and which comprises, besides business correspondence and official papers, a number of letters from men of eminence living at that time.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book offers a profound insight into the early days of the electric telegraph, tracing its development through private letters written by its inventor, Sir William Fothergill Cooke, along with other historically relevant figures. Drawing from these private letters and official papers, the book delves into the personal experiences and challenges Cooke faced in bringing this groundbreaking invention to life. The narrative sets Cooke's endeavors within the broader context of scientific and technological advancements of his time, highlighting the collaborative efforts and obstacles he encountered along the way. Through the lens of these letters, readers gain an intimate glimpse into the trials and triumphs of an inventor on the cusp of a technological revolution. The book skillfully weaves together historical detail, technical explanations, and personal anecdotes, painting a vivid picture of the determination and innovation that shaped the development of the electric telegraph. By examining Cooke's groundbreaking work within its historical and personal context, this book sheds new light on the origins of a technology that would forever transform global communication. 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 9781334113659_0
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