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Routledge The City and the Railway in the World - History Book

Name: Routledge The City and the Railway in the World - History Book
Brand: Routledge
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Explore the deep connection between urban centers and rail transport in this comprehensive volume from Routledge Studies in Modern History. This book examines how cities and railways have shaped one another over three centuries, spanning from the 19th century to the present day. While railways have existed for nearly 200 years, they remain politically and historically significant to our modern world. The text explains how cities served as primary drivers for the development of these efficient transport systems, which were built to move people, goods, and information. Readers will learn how urban environments influenced the technological evolution of railways as these systems adapted to meet specific local demands. This work provides a detailed look at the historical relationship that continues to affect how we understand modern urban infrastructure and global transport networks.

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Covers three centuries of history, examining the relationship between cities and railways from the 19th century to the present.

Analyzes how urban centers acted as the main reason for building efficient transport systems for goods, people, and information.

Provides historical context on why railways became such costly and lavish modes of transport throughout their development.

Explains how specific urban demands influenced the technological appearance and evolution of railway systems.

Part of the Routledge Studies in Modern History series, offering academic depth for students and history enthusiasts.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 1472449614
Category: Books > Subjects > Reference > Transport > Railways
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 18 July 2022
Listed Since: 04 August 2016

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