Chariots Of Fire And Iron: The Modern Railway System (1888)

The Chariots of Fire and Iron: The Modern Railway System is a historical book written by Daniel Thompson Taylor in 1888. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the modern railway system, which was rapidly developing in the late 19th century. It covers the history of railways, their construction, and the technologies used in locomotives, signaling, and track maintenance. The book also discusses the economic impact of railways on society, including the growth of trade and commerce, the development of new industries, and the expansion of transportation networks. The author, Daniel Thompson Taylor, was a prominent engineer and inventor who played a key role in the development of the railway system. His book provides a valuable insight into the technological advancements and social changes that were transforming the world in the late 19th century.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.