The Book Of The Grand Junction Railway: Being A History And Description Of The Line From Birmingham To Liverpool And Manchester (1839)

By Thomas Roscoe

Book Overview

The Book of the Grand Junction Railway, written by Thomas Roscoe and originally published in 1839, is a comprehensive history and description of the railway line that connected Birmingham to Liverpool and Manchester in England. The book provides a detailed account of the construction and development of the railway, including the various challenges faced by engineers and workers in building the line. It also includes descriptions of the various towns and cities along the route, as well as the landscapes and scenery that can be seen from the train. Additionally, the book contains information about the various locomotives and other equipment used on the line, as well as the various safety measures put in place to ensure the smooth operation of the railway. Overall, The Book of the Grand Junction Railway is an important historical document that provides valuable insights into the early days of railway travel in England.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and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: 1437073972
• ISBN13: 9781437073973
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 200 Pages
• Weight: 0.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"