A General Plan for a Mail Communication by Steam
Between Great Britain and the Eastern and Western Parts of the WorldBy James MacQueen
Length4h 2m
About this audiobook
In "A General Plan for a Mail Communication by Steam," James MacQueen presents a visionary blueprint for revolutionizing postal communication through steam-powered transportation. Set against the backdrop of the early 19th century, a period marked by rapid industrialization and technological advancement, MacQueen's work is a remarkable amalgamation of engineering insights and strategic logistical planning. His articulate prose marries scientific precision with persuasive rhetoric, making a compelling case for a system that could connect continents and reshape global commerce. The book reflects the innovative spirit of the time, embodying the hope and ambition associated with the dawn of the steam age. James MacQueen, a distinguished geographer and advocate for infrastructural development, was deeply influenced by the transformative potential of steam technology. His extensive background in navigating the complexities of geography and communication laid the groundwork for his pioneering ideas in this book. The work exemplifies his commitment to not only improving transportation but also facilitating greater socio-economic interactions on a global scale, reflecting his belief in the unifying power of efficient communication. Readers interested in the interplay between technology and communication will find this book both enlightening and thought-provoking. MacQueen'Äôs forward-thinking proposals offer a glimpse into the future, inviting contemporary audiences to reconsider the enduring relevance of his ideas in our modern world. Engaging with this text provides a unique opportunity to witness the early stirrings of an interconnected society.
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GenreTechnology
Length4 hrs 2 mins
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateAug 22, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
2A GENERAL PLAN FOR CONVEYANCE OF MAILS BY STEAM, &c. &c.
3Fayal.[1]
4Fayal to New York, by Halifax.
5(No. 1.)
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6(No. 2.)
7(No. 3.)
8IV.
9V.
10VI.
11West Indian Station.—Details.
121.—First Packet for the Month.
132.—Windward Station.
14Advantages.
15Cost, partly by Steamers and partly by Sailing Packets.
16I.
17Capital.
18II.
19Remarks.
20III.
21IV.—Income.
22WEST INDIES.—INTERNAL POST OFFICES.
23Rialejo to Christmas Isle.
24Christmas Isle to Canton.
25Rialejo to Canton.
26Rialejo to Sydney, New South Wales.
272. Malta and Constantinople.
284. Suez to Bombay.
295. Aden or Socotora to Mauritius.
306. Bombay to Calcutta, by Ceylon.
317 & 8. Trincomalee to Canton, by Batavia.
329. Batavia to Sydney, New South Wales, by Swan River.
33Abstract.
34Expenditure by Steam Power, &c.
351. Falmouth to Cape Verde.
362. Cape Verde to the Cape of Good Hope.
373. Cape of Good Hope to the Mauritius.
385. Point de Galle to Bombay.
396. Trincomalee to Calcutta.
40Expenditure by the Cape of Good Hope.
41Income by the Mediterranean.
42Income by Cape of Good Hope.
43Great Britain with
44United States with
45General Trade and Tonnage.
46Cost and Revenue.
47Conveyance Mails and Passengers.
48Comparative Distances of Places.
49I.—Sailing Packets.
50II.—Steam Boats.
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