British Railways: Their Organization And Management (1904)

By Hugh Munro Ross

Book Overview

British Railways: Their Organization and Management is a book written by Hugh Munro Ross in 1904. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the organization and management of the British railway system during the early 20th century. It covers topics such as the history of the railways, their financial management, the organization of railway companies, the role of railway directors, and the challenges faced by the railway system at the time.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of the railway system. The first chapter provides a brief history of the railways in Britain, from their inception in the early 19th century to their expansion and consolidation in the late 1800s. The second chapter discusses the financial management of the railways, including their sources of revenue and the ways in which they were funded.Subsequent chapters delve into the organizational structure of the railway companies, including their boards of directors, management structures, and labor relations. The book also discusses the role of government in regulating the railways and the various challenges faced by the railway system, such as competition from other modes of transportation and the need for technological innovation.Overall, British Railways: Their Organization and Management provides a detailed and informative look at the inner workings of the British railway system during the early 20th century. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of transportation and the development of modern infrastructure.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 116474271X
• ISBN13: 9781164742715
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 262 Pages
• Weight: 1.22 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"