ISBN: 9781528115063 - A Short Account of the Plant and Operations of the British Columbia Electric Railway Company, Limited, and the Vancouver Power Company, and the ... of the Canadian Manufacturers Association (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 provides a historic account of the origins and operations of the British Columbia Electric Railway Company, Ltd. and the Vancouver Power Company. Set against the backdrop of unprecedented electrical engineering development, this book is a testament to the vision and ingenuity that has shaped a foundational element of Vancouver's infrastructure. The author traces the evolution of the company from its inception as a small-scale lighting provider to a major force in urban transportation and industrial development. This book sheds light on the engineering marvels of the era, including the construction of the longest purely hydroelectric tunnel in the world and the installation of some of the largest electrical generators of their time. Beyond its historical value, this book offers insights into the transformative impact of electricity on society. It explores how the electrification of transportation, industry, and everyday life has shaped the development of Vancouver and its surrounding areas. The book also highlights the foresight of those who recognized the potential of hydroelectric power and invested in its development, laying the groundwork for a sustainable future. 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.…