Author: Victorian Railways
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Railroads
Languages : en
Pages : 386
Book Description
Time Table of the Victorian Railways Including the Deniliquin and Moama Railway and Koondrook Tramsway, and General Information
Author: Victorian Railways
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Railroads
Languages : en
Pages : 386
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Railroads
Languages : en
Pages : 386
Book Description
Victorian Railways
Author: Victoria. Department of Railways
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Railroads
Languages : en
Pages : 182
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Railroads
Languages : en
Pages : 182
Book Description
Victorian Railways. Rules, Regulations, and Byelaws, etc
Author: VICTORIA, Australia. Board of Land and Works
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 186
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 186
Book Description
Acts of the Parliament of Victoria
Author: Victoria
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Session laws
Languages : en
Pages : 388
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Session laws
Languages : en
Pages : 388
Book Description
Victorian Railways
Author: Victoria. Department of Railways
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Railroads
Languages : en
Pages : 200
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Railroads
Languages : en
Pages : 200
Book Description
Railways and the Victorian Imagination
Author: Michael J. Freeman
Publisher: Yale University Press
ISBN: 9780300079708
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 284
Book Description
Discusses the cultural and social effect that the railway had on nineteenth century society in Great Britain
Publisher: Yale University Press
ISBN: 9780300079708
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 284
Book Description
Discusses the cultural and social effect that the railway had on nineteenth century society in Great Britain
Mr. Punch's Railway Book
Author: George Du Maurier
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Humor
Languages : en
Pages : 216
Book Description
In the vibrant anthology 'Mr. Punch's Railway Book,' a vivid tapestry of humor and social commentary is woven through the works of illustrious illustrators and satirists from the 19th and early 20th centuries. This collection encapsulates a dynamic period in British history, exploring the societal implications of the railway's expansion with wit and artistic flair. The anthology is remarkable for its range of artistic stylesfrom the detailed pen-and-ink drawings of Charles Keene to the whimsical caricatures of John Tenniel, offering readers a panoramic view of Victorian and Edwardian attitudes towards progress and change. The featured works stand as monuments to the eras complex relationship with modernity, highlighting both the excitement and anxieties brought on by technological advancement. The contributing artists, including George Du Maurier, Phil May, and Edward Tennyson Reed, among others, were central figures in the golden age of British magazine illustration, notably within the pages of 'Punch,' a publication synonymous with satirical commentary on contemporary life. Their collective output encapsulates the fervor of the Industrial Revolution and its repercussions on English society, culture, and humor. These artists, with their diverse backgroundsfrom journalism to theatrecontributed to a powerful commentary on the evolving landscape of their time, thus aligning this collection with significant cultural and literary movements of the era. 'Mr. Punch's Railway Book' is a compelling invitation to readers seeking to immerse themselves in the rich tapestry of 19th and early 20th-century British satire. Beyond its historical significance, the anthology offers an unparalleled window into the social psyche of an era transfixed by the marvels of steam and speed. For students of literature, history, and illustration, the collection presents a unique study in the intersection of art, technology, and society. Its enduring appeal lies not only in its humor but in its ability to foster a dialogue between the past and the present, encouraging a deeper appreciation for the transformative power of the railwayand of satire itself.
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Humor
Languages : en
Pages : 216
Book Description
In the vibrant anthology 'Mr. Punch's Railway Book,' a vivid tapestry of humor and social commentary is woven through the works of illustrious illustrators and satirists from the 19th and early 20th centuries. This collection encapsulates a dynamic period in British history, exploring the societal implications of the railway's expansion with wit and artistic flair. The anthology is remarkable for its range of artistic stylesfrom the detailed pen-and-ink drawings of Charles Keene to the whimsical caricatures of John Tenniel, offering readers a panoramic view of Victorian and Edwardian attitudes towards progress and change. The featured works stand as monuments to the eras complex relationship with modernity, highlighting both the excitement and anxieties brought on by technological advancement. The contributing artists, including George Du Maurier, Phil May, and Edward Tennyson Reed, among others, were central figures in the golden age of British magazine illustration, notably within the pages of 'Punch,' a publication synonymous with satirical commentary on contemporary life. Their collective output encapsulates the fervor of the Industrial Revolution and its repercussions on English society, culture, and humor. These artists, with their diverse backgroundsfrom journalism to theatrecontributed to a powerful commentary on the evolving landscape of their time, thus aligning this collection with significant cultural and literary movements of the era. 'Mr. Punch's Railway Book' is a compelling invitation to readers seeking to immerse themselves in the rich tapestry of 19th and early 20th-century British satire. Beyond its historical significance, the anthology offers an unparalleled window into the social psyche of an era transfixed by the marvels of steam and speed. For students of literature, history, and illustration, the collection presents a unique study in the intersection of art, technology, and society. Its enduring appeal lies not only in its humor but in its ability to foster a dialogue between the past and the present, encouraging a deeper appreciation for the transformative power of the railwayand of satire itself.
The Victorian Railways Magazine
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Railroads
Languages : en
Pages : 2094
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Railroads
Languages : en
Pages : 2094
Book Description
Railway Economics
Author: Association of American Railroads. Bureau of Railway Economics
Publisher: Chicago, University Press [1912]
ISBN:
Category : Cataloging, Cooperative
Languages : en
Pages : 464
Book Description
Publisher: Chicago, University Press [1912]
ISBN:
Category : Cataloging, Cooperative
Languages : en
Pages : 464
Book Description
The Railway Magazine
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Railroads
Languages : en
Pages : 554
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Railroads
Languages : en
Pages : 554
Book Description