The Diaries Of Edward Pease - Edward Pease - Bog

The Diaries of Edward Pease: The Father of English Railways is a historical non-fiction book that provides a fascinating insight into the life of Edward Pease, a prominent figure in the development of railways in England. The book is a collection of Pease's personal diaries, spanning over fifty years from 1820 to 1870, and offers a unique perspective on the social, political, and economic changes that took place during this time.Pease was a Quaker businessman who played a major role in the creation of the Stockton and Darlington Railway, the first public railway in the world. He was also involved in the development of other railways in England, and his diaries provide a detailed account of the challenges and successes he faced in these ventures.The book is divided into chapters that cover different periods of Pease's life, and each chapter is accompanied by an introduction that provides historical context and background information. The diaries themselves are presented in their original form, with minimal editing, and offer a candid and personal account of Pease's thoughts, feelings, and experiences.The Diaries of Edward Pease: The Father of English Railways is a valuable resource for historians, railway enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the social and economic history of England in the nineteenth century. It provides a unique and intimate perspective on the life of a remarkable man who played a pivotal role in shaping the modern world.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.