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A History Of Electric Telegraphy, To The Year 1837 (1884)

A History Of Electric Telegraphy, To The Year 1837 (1884)

Fahie, John Joseph

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Fiction AnthologiesGeneral World History

ISBN10: 1164531719
ISBN13: 9781164531715
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 584
Weight: 1.70
Height: 1.18 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
A History of Electric Telegraphy, to the Year 1837 is a book written by John Joseph Fahie and published in 1884. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history and development of electric telegraphy, starting from its inception in the early 19th century and ending with the year 1837. The author begins by discussing the early experiments with telegraphy, including those by Samuel Morse and William Fothergill Cooke. He then explores the various technological advancements that led to the creation of the first practical telegraph systems, such as the development of the electromagnet and the invention of the Morse code.Throughout the book, Fahie also delves into the social and economic impact of the telegraph, including its role in facilitating communication and commerce across vast distances. He also discusses the political implications of this newfound ability to communicate quickly and efficiently.Overall, A History of Electric Telegraphy, to the Year 1837 is a detailed and informative account of the early days of telegraphy, providing valuable insights into the technological, social, and political contexts in which this revolutionary technology emerged.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.

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