Isbn: 9781331818984 - the ashtabula disaster (classic reprint) (3 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 offers a harrowing and detailed account of the Ashtabula River Railroad Disaster, one of the most devastating train accidents in American history. The author, who witnessed the event firsthand, provides a chilling narrative of the storm that raged on the night of the disaster, the horrifying crash of the train as it plunged from the bridge, and the subsequent fire that engulfed the wreckage. The book delves into the aftermath of the tragedy, exploring the desperate efforts to rescue the survivors, the agonizing search for the lost, and the widespread public outcry that followed. The author meticulously documents the events of that night, including the chaotic response of the fire department, the confusion and helplessness of the passengers, and the heartbreaking scenes of loss and suffering. Beyond the immediate impact of the disaster, the book examines the broader societal and technological context of the event. The author explores the controversy surrounding the construction of the bridge, the safety standards of the railroad industry at the time, and the ongoing debate about the role of iron in bridge construction. The book ultimately provides a poignant reflection on the fragility of human life and the devastating consequences of technological failure, raising critical questions about safety, responsibility, and the search for meaning in the face of tragedy. 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.…