9781330759967 - The Government and the Railroads (Classic Reprint) di Kahn, Otto H. (4 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book examines the evolution of railroad regulation in the United States, focusing on the impact of the Hepburn Bill, enacted during President Roosevelt's administration. The author argues that the bill, intended to curb railroad abuses, was ultimately flawed and led to unintended consequences. The book explores the political and economic factors that shaped railroad legislation, tracing the shift from a laissez-faire approach to increased government oversight. The author also discusses the role of state commissions and the Interstate Commerce Commission in regulating railroads, highlighting areas of conflict and inconsistencies. By examining the strengths and weaknesses of past railroad regulation, the author provides valuable insights for understanding the ongoing challenges of balancing economic growth with public interest in the transportation sector. 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.

Condizione: Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar.