Rides on Railways
Journey through Victorian train travel and society transformationDe Samuel Sidney
Duração10h 37m
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In "Rides on Railways," Samuel Sidney presents a deeply engaging exploration of the burgeoning railway system in 19th-century Great Britain. Combining travelogue with social commentary, Sidney employs vivid imagery and rich, descriptive prose to capture both the technical marvels of the railways and their profound impact on Victorian society. The book navigates through charming narratives of his journeys, highlighting the landscapes, the towns, and the diverse characters encountered along the way, all while reflecting on broader themes of industrialization and progress within the context of the era's technological advancements. Samuel Sidney, a passionate advocate for rail travel, was a contemporary observer of the rapid changes that defined his age. His career as a writer and railway enthusiast uniquely positioned him to document not only the exhilarating speed and efficiency of trains but also to interrogate their societal implications, including class mobility and urbanization. Sidney's background in journalism and his active participation in the railway community lend authenticity to his insights, making the text both informative and deeply personal. For readers looking to understand the intricate relationship between technology and society during the Industrial Revolution, "Rides on Railways" is an indispensable account that resonates with contemporary discussions on progress and urban development. Sidney's work is not only a literary delight but also an important historical document that enriches our comprehension of a transformative era.
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GêneroOther
Duração10 h 37 min
Narrado porOuça com mais de 1.000 vozes
FormatoeBook com áudio
Data de publicação17 de dez. de 2019
IdiomaInglês
Sumário
1PREFACE.
2LIST OF ENGRAVINGS.
3LONDON AND NORTH WESTERN RAILWAY.
4EUSTON STATION.
5THE MIXED TRAIN.
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6CAMDEN STATION.
7AYLESBURY.
8WOBURN AND BEDFORD.
9THE BUCKS RAILWAY.
10BANBURY.
11OXFORD.: CONSTITUTION AND COSTUME OF THE UNIVERSITY OF OXFORD.
12WOLVERTON STATION.
13BLISWORTH, NORTHAMPTON.
14WEEDON.
15RUGBY AND ITS RAILWAYS.
16“ARNOLD AND HIS SCHOOL.”
17COVENTRY TO BIRMINGHAM,
18BIRMINGHAM.: HEALTH AND EDUCATION.
19WARWICK, LEAMINGTON, KENILWORTH, STRATFORD ON AVON.
20SOHO. WATT, BOULTON, MURDOCH.
21THE BLACK COUNTRY. WALSALL, DUDLEY, WEDNESBURY, DARLASTON.
22STAFFORD.
23LIVERPOOL.
24MANCHESTER.: MANCHESTER MANUFACTURES.
25THE ROAD TO YORKSHIRE.
26YORKSHIRE.
27LEEDS.
28THROUGH LINCOLNSHIRE TO SHEFFIELD.
29SHEFFIELD.
30DERBYSHIRE.
31FROM CHESHIRE TO NORTH STAFFORDSHIRE.
32THE LAKES.
33HOME.
34NOTES.
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