Overview
"The Battery and the Boiler: Adventures in Laying of Submarine Electric Cables" by R. M. Ballantyne is a classic boys' adventure story plunging readers into the exciting world of early submarine cable technology. This juvenile fiction title explores the challenges and triumphs of laying submarine electric cables, offering a glimpse into a pivotal era of technological advancement. Dive into an age where electricity was a burgeoning force, and the laying of submarine cables was a daring feat of engineering and exploration. Ballantyne's story captures the spirit of adventure inherent in this groundbreaking technology. Perfect for readers interested in a historical perspective on telecommunications and the perilous endeavors undertaken to connect the world. Experience the thrills and challenges encountered in this juvenile fiction tale of courage and innovation, meticulously prepared for print republication.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.
- | Author: R. M. (Robert Michael) Ballantyne
- | Publisher: Anson Street Press
- | Publication Date: Mar 28, 2025
- | Number of Pages: 00222 pages
- | Binding: Paperback or Softback
- | ISBN-10: 1023156199
- | ISBN-13: 9781023156196
