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_aGasquoine, C. P. _q(Charles Penrhyn), _d1871- |
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| 245 | 1 | 4 | _aThe Story of the Cambrian: A Biography of a Railway |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2006 |
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_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia |
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_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2006-12-10 | ||
| 508 | _aTranscribed from the 1922 Woodall, Minshall, Thomas & Co. Ltd. edition by David Price | ||
| 520 | _a"The Story of the Cambrian: A Biography of a Railway" by C. P. Gasquoine is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book tells the story of the Cambrian Railways, tracing its origins, struggles, and development across Wales over several decades. It artfully intertwines factual history with the human experiences of those involved in building and managing the railway, illuminating the impact of this transportation marvel on the region. The opening of the biography introduces the reader to the early days of the Cambrian Railways, starting with its humble beginnings as a nascent concept with minimal physical structure yet much ambition. Gasquoine emphasizes the challenges faced by its pioneers, including financial troubles and political obstacles, portraying their perseverance in overcoming these hurdles. Significant figures like David Davies and Thomas Savin are introduced, laying the groundwork for both the biography and the legacy of the railway. The narrative establishes a vivid setting filled with historical context, making it clear that the story reflects not just the railway itself, but the interconnected fate of the communities it served and transformed. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aCambrian Railway | ||
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