The Diaries of Edward Pease : The Father of English Railways
by
Edward Pease
Book Details
Format
Paperback / Softback
Book Series
Cambridge Library Collection - Technology
ISBN-10
110806292X
ISBN-13
9781108062923
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Imprint
Cambridge University Press
Country of Manufacture
GB
Country of Publication
GB
Publication Date
Jun 13th, 2013
Print length
448 Pages
Weight
578 grams
Dimensions
13.90 x 21.60 x 3.00 cms
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Edward Pease (1767–1858), who was dubbed the 'father of English railways', left behind diaries for the years 1824–57. Published in 1907, these were edited by his great-grandson Sir Alfred Pease (1857–1939). He also includes an introductory essay on Quakerism and biographical sketches of Pease and his wife.
Edward Pease (1767–1858), who left behind extensive diaries for the years 1824–57, was dubbed the 'father of English railways' thanks to his backing of the Stockton and Darlington Railway, which began operating in 1825. A prominent Quaker and woollen manufacturer in Darlington, Pease famously recruited George Stephenson (1781–1848) as the line's engineer. His great-grandson Sir Alfred Pease (1857–1939) edited these diaries for private circulation only, but was persuaded to publish them in 1907. The work includes an introductory essay on Quakerism and biographical sketches of Pease and his wife Rachel. The diaries themselves reveal, as the editor mentions in his preface, a life devoted to public and private good works. The appendices include a variety of Quaker texts and other material relating to the Pease family and the founding of the railways.
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