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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book offers a fascinating glimpse into the early days of steam navigation in New England, a region that was at the forefront of this technological revolution. The author, a keen student of the subject, has meticulously researched and compiled a wealth of historical information, much of which was in danger of being lost to time. This book tells the story of the various attempts to establish steamboat lines between major New England cities and towns such as Boston, Salem, Newburyport, and Gloucester. The book explores not only the technical challenges of early steamboat design and engineering, but also the economic and social factors that influenced the success or failure of these pioneering ventures. The reader will encounter a colorful cast of charactersââ âentrepreneurs, engineers, captains, and even passengersââ âwhose lives were intertwined with the development of steam-powered maritime travel. The book's detailed accounts of the triumphs and tribulations of these early steamboat companies provide a valuable window into the evolution of transportation and technology in the early 19th century, highlighting the tenacity and ingenuity of those who sought to harness the power of steam. 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 9781528201131_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LX-9781528201131
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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 LX-9781528201131
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)