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| 100 | 1 | _aDrake, James, active 1825 | |
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_aDrake's Road Book of the Grand Junction Railway : _bfrom Birmingham to Liverpool and Manchester |
| 250 | _aSecond edition. | ||
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2013 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2013-07-31 | ||
| 508 | _aThis ebook was transcribed by Les Bowler | ||
| 520 | _a"Drake's Road Book of the Grand Junction Railway" by James Drake is a travel guide written in the early 19th century. This publication is intended for travelers taking the Grand Junction Railway, detailing the journey from Birmingham to Liverpool and Manchester, and includes an accurate map and various illustrations. The book serves to inform passengers about the scenery, historical context, and notable locations along the route, enhancing their travel experience. The opening portion introduces the reader to Birmingham, highlighting its significance as a manufacturing hub and its rich history. Drake provides a fascinating account of the city's development, including its origins, population growth, and various industries, specifically focusing on the iron and steel trade predominating in the area. He also mentions key public buildings, churches, and schools, setting a tone of pride for the town’s advancement and the prospects brought by the impending railway connection. As the narrative unfolds, it emphasizes the remarkable transformation Birmingham underwent and alludes to the emerging national importance of rail travel. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aGrand Junction Railway Company (Great Britain) -- Guidebooks | ||
| 653 | _aRailroad travel -- Great Britain -- Guidebooks | ||
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