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On The Communications Between Europe And India Through Egypt (1846)

On The Communications Between Europe And India Through Egypt (1846)

Smith Elder And Son

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Editorial:
Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
Materia
Viajes y vacaciones
ISBN:
9781104303235
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On The Communications Between Europe And India Through Egypt is a historical book that was published in 1846 by Smith Elder And Son. The book provides a comprehensive account of the communication systems that existed between Europe and India during the early 19th century, with a particular focus on the role played by Egypt in facilitating these communications. The author of the book, Lieutenant Thomas Twiss, was a British naval officer who had served in the Mediterranean and the Red Sea, and had extensive knowledge of the region.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which deals with a different aspect of the communication systems that existed between Europe and India. The first chapter provides an overview of the various routes that were used for communication, including the land route through Egypt, the sea route via the Red Sea, and the overland route via the Persian Gulf. The second chapter focuses on the role played by Egypt in facilitating these communications, and provides a detailed account of the various ports and harbors that were used for this purpose.The third chapter deals with the various means of communication that were available during this period, including the telegraph, the post, and the courier system. The fourth chapter provides a detailed account of the various obstacles that were encountered during these communications, including political instability, piracy, and natural disasters. The final chapter of the book provides a summary of the various communication systems that were in place during this period, and provides an assessment of their effectiveness.Overall, On The Communications Between Europe And India Through Egypt is a valuable historical resource for anyone interested in the history of communication and transportation, particularly in the context of the British Empire. The book provides a detailed and comprehensive account of the communication systems that existed during the early 19th century, and sheds light on the challenges and obstacles that were faced by those involved in these communications.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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