Author: Christian Wolmar
Publisher: Atlantic Books
ISBN: 1848872615
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 332
Book Description
Now in paperback, Fire and Steam tells the dramatic story of the people and events that shaped the world's first railway network, one of the most impressive engineering achievements in history. The opening of the pioneering Liverpool and Manchester Railway in 1830 marked the beginning of the railways' vital role in changing the face of Britain. Fire and Steam celebrates the vision and determination of the ambitious Victorian pioneers who developed this revolutionary transport system and the navvies who cut through the land to enable a country-wide network to emerge. The rise of the steam train allowed goods and people to circulate around Britain as never before, stimulating the growth of towns and industry, as well many of the facets of modern life, from fish and chips to professional football. From the early days of steam to electrification, via the railways' magnificent contribution in two world wars, the checkered history of British Rail, and the buoyant future of the train, Fire and Steam examines the social and economical importance of the railway and how it helped to form the Britain of today.
Fire and Steam
Author: Christian Wolmar
Publisher: Atlantic Books
ISBN: 1848872615
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 332
Book Description
Now in paperback, Fire and Steam tells the dramatic story of the people and events that shaped the world's first railway network, one of the most impressive engineering achievements in history. The opening of the pioneering Liverpool and Manchester Railway in 1830 marked the beginning of the railways' vital role in changing the face of Britain. Fire and Steam celebrates the vision and determination of the ambitious Victorian pioneers who developed this revolutionary transport system and the navvies who cut through the land to enable a country-wide network to emerge. The rise of the steam train allowed goods and people to circulate around Britain as never before, stimulating the growth of towns and industry, as well many of the facets of modern life, from fish and chips to professional football. From the early days of steam to electrification, via the railways' magnificent contribution in two world wars, the checkered history of British Rail, and the buoyant future of the train, Fire and Steam examines the social and economical importance of the railway and how it helped to form the Britain of today.
Publisher: Atlantic Books
ISBN: 1848872615
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 332
Book Description
Now in paperback, Fire and Steam tells the dramatic story of the people and events that shaped the world's first railway network, one of the most impressive engineering achievements in history. The opening of the pioneering Liverpool and Manchester Railway in 1830 marked the beginning of the railways' vital role in changing the face of Britain. Fire and Steam celebrates the vision and determination of the ambitious Victorian pioneers who developed this revolutionary transport system and the navvies who cut through the land to enable a country-wide network to emerge. The rise of the steam train allowed goods and people to circulate around Britain as never before, stimulating the growth of towns and industry, as well many of the facets of modern life, from fish and chips to professional football. From the early days of steam to electrification, via the railways' magnificent contribution in two world wars, the checkered history of British Rail, and the buoyant future of the train, Fire and Steam examines the social and economical importance of the railway and how it helped to form the Britain of today.
Hearts of Smoke and Steam
Author: Andrew Mayer
Publisher: Pyr
ISBN: 161614534X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 397
Book Description
Superheroes and steampunk come together in 19th century New York. Sir Dennis Darby has been murdered, the Automaton has been destroyed, and Sarah Stanton has turned her back on a life of privilege and comfort to try and find her way in the unforgiving streets of New York. But Lord Eschaton, the villain behind all these events, isn't finished with her yet. His plans to bring his apocalyptic vision of the future to the world are moving forward, but to complete his scheme he needs the clockwork heart that Sarah still holds. But she has her own plans for the Automaton's clockwork heart--Sarah is trying to rebuild her mechanical friend, and when she is attacked by the Children of Eschaton, the man who comes to her rescue may be the one to make her dreams come true. Emelio Armando is a genius inventor who had hoped to leave his troubles behind when he and his sister left Italy for a life of anonymity in the New World. Now he finds himself falling in love with the fallen society girl, but he is rapidly discovering just how powerful the forces of villainy aligned against her are, and that fulfilling her desires means opening the door to a world of danger that could destroy everything he has built. The Society of Steam takes place in a Victorian New York powered by the discovery of Fortified Steam, a substance that allows ordinary men to wield extraordinary abilities and grants powers that can corrupt gentlemen of great moral strength. The secret behind this amazing substance is something that wicked brutes will gladly kill for, and one that Sarah must try and protect, no matter what the cost. From the Trade Paperback edition.
Publisher: Pyr
ISBN: 161614534X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 397
Book Description
Superheroes and steampunk come together in 19th century New York. Sir Dennis Darby has been murdered, the Automaton has been destroyed, and Sarah Stanton has turned her back on a life of privilege and comfort to try and find her way in the unforgiving streets of New York. But Lord Eschaton, the villain behind all these events, isn't finished with her yet. His plans to bring his apocalyptic vision of the future to the world are moving forward, but to complete his scheme he needs the clockwork heart that Sarah still holds. But she has her own plans for the Automaton's clockwork heart--Sarah is trying to rebuild her mechanical friend, and when she is attacked by the Children of Eschaton, the man who comes to her rescue may be the one to make her dreams come true. Emelio Armando is a genius inventor who had hoped to leave his troubles behind when he and his sister left Italy for a life of anonymity in the New World. Now he finds himself falling in love with the fallen society girl, but he is rapidly discovering just how powerful the forces of villainy aligned against her are, and that fulfilling her desires means opening the door to a world of danger that could destroy everything he has built. The Society of Steam takes place in a Victorian New York powered by the discovery of Fortified Steam, a substance that allows ordinary men to wield extraordinary abilities and grants powers that can corrupt gentlemen of great moral strength. The secret behind this amazing substance is something that wicked brutes will gladly kill for, and one that Sarah must try and protect, no matter what the cost. From the Trade Paperback edition.
Illustrated Book of Steam and Rail
Author: Colin Dennis Garratt
Publisher:
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Category : Locomotives
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Publisher:
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Category : Locomotives
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The Jurist
Author:
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Category : Law
Languages : en
Pages : 1164
Book Description
Publisher:
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Category : Law
Languages : en
Pages : 1164
Book Description
Reports of Cases Decided at Nisi Prius and at the Crown Side on Circuit
Author: Thomas Campbell Foster
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Law reports, digests, etc
Languages : en
Pages : 910
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Law reports, digests, etc
Languages : en
Pages : 910
Book Description
Fire and Water Engineering
Author:
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Category : Fire prevention
Languages : en
Pages : 670
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Fire prevention
Languages : en
Pages : 670
Book Description
Manual of Classification of Subjects of Invention of the United States Patent Office
Author: United States. Patent Office
Publisher:
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Category : Patents
Languages : en
Pages : 608
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Patents
Languages : en
Pages : 608
Book Description
Fire Services in India
Author: S. P. Bag
Publisher: Mittal Publications
ISBN: 9788170995982
Category : Fire extinction
Languages : en
Pages : 344
Book Description
Publisher: Mittal Publications
ISBN: 9788170995982
Category : Fire extinction
Languages : en
Pages : 344
Book Description
Investigation of Fire and Explosion Accidents in the Chemical, Mining, and Fuel-related Industries
Author: Bernard J. Scheiner
Publisher:
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Category : Automobiles
Languages : en
Pages : 734
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Automobiles
Languages : en
Pages : 734
Book Description
Fire Behavior and Combustion Processes with Advantage Access
Author: Raymond Shackelford
Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning
ISBN: 1284302431
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 541
Book Description
Fire Behavior and Combustion Processes, Second Edition provides a straightforward, comprehensive resource for students in fire science degree programs, an up-to-date refresher for active firefighters, and an engaging experience for all learners.
Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning
ISBN: 1284302431
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 541
Book Description
Fire Behavior and Combustion Processes, Second Edition provides a straightforward, comprehensive resource for students in fire science degree programs, an up-to-date refresher for active firefighters, and an engaging experience for all learners.