ISBN: 9780243130771 - Supplemental Report Relating to the Elevated Railroads of the City of New York: March 2, 1880 (classic Reprint) (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book thoroughly investigates the financial dealings and management of elevated railroads in New York City in the late 19th century. The author analyzes the construction costs and the methods by which these railways were financed. The text also examines the structures themselves, discussing the materials used, their engineering, and safety concerns. Additional chapters explore the operations of these early elevated railways, including their fares and service, while also delving into the broader implications of their existence, such as their impact on urban transportation and real estate development. This book provides a comprehensive and insightful look at a crucial period in the history of urban transportation, offering valuable insights into the challenges and innovations that shaped the development of elevated railways in New York City. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…