Ocean Steam Navigation And The Ocean Post (1858) - Thomas Rainey - Bog

""Ocean Steam Navigation and the Ocean Post"" is a historical book written by Thomas Rainey in 1858. The book provides a detailed account of the development of ocean steam navigation and its impact on the postal service during the mid-19th century. Rainey discusses the early days of steamship travel and the challenges faced by early pioneers in the field. He also explores the political and economic factors that drove the growth of steamship travel and its impact on international trade. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the ocean post, which refers to the transportation of mail and parcels by steamships. Rainey explores the history of the ocean post, including the establishment of postal routes, the development of steamship mail contracts, and the challenges faced by postal officials in ensuring the safe and timely delivery of mail. ""Ocean Steam Navigation and the Ocean Post"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of transportation, communication, and international trade. The book provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of 19th-century steamship travel and the vital role played by the ocean post in connecting people and nations across the globe.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.