Lewis Arundel: Or The Railroad Of Life (1852)

By Frank E. Smedley and Frank E. Smedley

Book Overview

Lewis Arundel: Or The Railroad Of Life is a novel written by Francis Edward Smedley and published in 1852. The book follows the life of the titular character, Lewis Arundel, as he navigates the challenges and opportunities of the rapidly developing railway industry in 19th century England. Lewis, the son of a wealthy family, becomes enamored with the railway and its potential to change the world. He leaves his comfortable life behind and embarks on a journey of self-discovery, working his way up the ranks of the railway industry and encountering a range of characters and challenges along the way. The novel explores themes of ambition, love, betrayal, and the impact of industrialization on society. It also provides a detailed and historically accurate portrayal of the railway industry in the mid-19th century, including the technological innovations, labor conditions, and social and economic implications of the industry's growth. Overall, Lewis Arundel: Or The Railroad Of Life is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that offers a unique perspective on a pivotal moment in history.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: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164956493
• ISBN13: 9781164956495
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 738 Pages
• Weight: 2.14 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"