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If a second last word be allowable, the undersigned would acknowledge, though by such acknowledgment he cannot discharge, a heavy debt of gratitude to Mr. George Grove for most patient, courteous, and real aid in passing this volume through the press.
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- EditoreForgotten Books
- Data di pubblicazione2018
- ISBN 10 0282254633
- ISBN 13 9780282254636
- RilegaturaCopertina flessibile
- LinguaInglese
- Numero di pagine776
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Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book narrates the trials and tribulations of the first telegraph line established between Britain and India under the patronage of the British government. It highlights the efforts of its Irish author, Colonel Patrick Stewart, in bringing this groundbreaking technology to the Indian subcontinent, and the remarkable engineering feats undertaken during the project. Detailing the motivations behind this technological leap and its significance for communication between the two nations, this book places the project within the broader context of India's technological history during the 19th century. The complexities of spanning vast distances, diverse terrains, and political sensitivities are explored, shedding light on the determination and foresight of those involved. The book delves into the challenges faced by Stewart and his team, including managing local politics, dealing with harsh climate and geographic barriers, and overcoming technical limitations. It also explores the broader impact of the telegraph on India's social and economic development, enabling faster communication, enhancing trade, and strengthening governance. This book provides a unique glimpse into a pivotal moment in the history of communication, highlighting the ingenuity, perseverance, and international cooperation that made this technological marvel a reality. 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. Codice articolo 9780282254636_0
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