The Story Of The Atlantic Cable (1903)

By Charles Bright

Book Overview

The Story Of The Atlantic Cable (1903) is a historical non-fiction book written by Charles Bright. The book chronicles the fascinating story of the laying of the first transatlantic telegraph cable in the mid-19th century. The author provides a detailed account of the technical and engineering challenges that had to be overcome in order to successfully lay the cable, as well as the political and financial obstacles that had to be navigated. The book covers the early attempts to lay a cable, including the failed attempts of the 1850s, before moving on to the successful laying of the first cable in 1866. The author also explores the impact that the cable had on global communications, as it revolutionized the way that messages were sent and received across the Atlantic. Throughout the book, Bright provides a wealth of interesting details and anecdotes about the people involved in the project, including the key players on both sides of the Atlantic, as well as the workers who laid the cable. He also examines the social and cultural significance of the cable, and its impact on the world of commerce and politics. Overall, The Story Of The Atlantic Cable is a fascinating and informative book that provides a comprehensive account of one of the most important technological achievements of the 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of technology, engineering, or communications.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: 116409033X
• ISBN13: 9781164090335
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 0.67 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"