A Practical Treatise On The Construction And Formation Of Railways

""A Practical Treatise On The Construction And Formation Of Railways"" is a comprehensive guidebook written by James Day in 1848. This book provides readers with detailed information on the construction and formation of railways, including the most approved systems of excavating, haulage, embanking, and permanent waylaying. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a specific topic related to railway construction. The first chapter provides an overview of the history of railways and their importance in modern transportation. The following chapters delve into the various aspects of railway construction, including the selection of the best route, the excavation of the land, and the formation of embankments. The book also covers the laying of permanent way, which includes the construction of the track, the placement of sleepers, and the installation of rails. The author discusses the different types of rails and sleepers available, as well as the most efficient methods for laying them. Throughout the book, the author provides detailed illustrations and diagrams to aid in understanding the various concepts and techniques discussed. Additionally, the book includes a glossary of terms related to railway construction, making it a valuable resource for both novice and experienced railway engineers and builders. Overall, ""A Practical Treatise On The Construction And Formation Of Railways"" is a comprehensive guidebook that provides readers with a wealth of information on the construction of railways. It is an essential resource for anyone involved in the planning, design, or construction of railways, as well as those interested in the history and development of this important mode of transportation.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.