ISBN: 9781332012268 - Fallacies of the Broken Gauge (classic Reprint): Mr. Lushington's Arguments; in Favour of Broad Gauge and Breaks of Gauge Refuted, Being a Reply to ... of the Gauge Commissioners (classic Reprint) (4 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 examines the history of broad and narrow gauge railways, a debate that raged in the mid-19th century when Britain's rail network was expanding rapidly. The author delves into the arguments made by both sides, and the eventual decision to adopt a narrow gauge as the standard. Along the way, the book provides insight into the technological, economic, and even political forces that shaped the development of railways in this era. It's a fascinating exploration of a pivotal moment in transportation history, highlighting the factors that have influenced the way people travel to this day. 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.…

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 42 pages. 9.02x5.98x0.09 inches. This item is printed on demand.