Robert Stephenson: An Illustrated Life, 1803-1859
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The construction of the London and Birmingham Railway was one of the greatest engineering feats since the erection of the pyramids. Wolverton Viaduct, Primrose Hill Tunnel, Tring and Blisworth cuttings were all major obstacles, but the greatest challenge of all to Robert Stephenson's skill was Kilsby Tunnel - more than a mile through a hill whose centre consisted of quicksands fed by underground springs and a subterranean lake. It took thirteen pumps...
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0852631863
ISBN13:9780852631867
Release Date:March 2008
Publisher:Shire Publications
Length:48 Pages
Weight:0.25 lbs.
Dimensions:0.1" x 5.8" x 8.0"
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