Notes on Railroad Accidents (eBook)

Uncovering the Dangers of 19th Century Railways

Charles Francis Adams (Autor)

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2019
177 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
405-766459124-1 (EAN)

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In "Notes on Railroad Accidents," Charles Francis Adams meticulously examines the growing phenomenon of railroad accidents during a period of rapid industrialization in the United States. This comprehensive work blends detailed empirical analysis with a narrative style that is both accessible and richly informative. Adams employs a systematic approach, utilizing tables, diagrams, and firsthand accounts to illustrate the frequency, causes, and consequences of these incidents, placing them in the broader context of American society's relationship with the burgeoning railroad network. His keen observations not only reveal the technological and procedural failures that contributed to these disasters but also highlight the human cost and associated legal ramifications. As a prominent figure in American history and a member of the renowned Adams political family, Charles Francis Adams's background as a railway executive and a friend to many influential figures of the era undoubtedly informed his perspective. With a deep commitment to social justice and an understanding of the intersection of technology and human welfare, Adams's insights reflect a pressing concern for public accountability and safety in the rapidly changing industrial landscape. For those interested in the historical evolution of transportation, safety regulation, or the socio-economic implications of American industrialization, "Notes on Railroad Accidents" is an invaluable resource. Adams'Äôs blend of rigorous analysis and moral questioning invites readers to consider not only the developments of the past but their relevance to contemporary issues in public safety and regulation.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 19.5.2021
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Regional- / Landesgeschichte
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Neuzeit bis 1918
• Schlagworte: 19th century literature • 19th century transportation • American History • American history reform • case studies accidents • Charles Francis Adams • Charles Francis Adams insights • Classic • Critical analysis • Engineering failures • Historical • historical analysis transportation • historical essays • industrial growth impact • legal implications accidents • negligence in railroads • Railroad accidents • Railway Safety • railway safety reform • transportation disasters • transportation safety ethics • Travel Literature