Electric Street Railways

Electric Street Railways is a fascinating historical account of the early days of electrical engineering. Written by Edwin James Houston, a pioneering figure in the field, the book provides a detailed overview of the development of electric streetcars and their impact on urban transportation. From the science of electricity to the practicalities of laying track and powering trains, Houston's narrative offers insight into a time of immense innovation and change. This is a must-read for anyone interested in technology or the history of transportation.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.