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Omschrijving
Notes on railroad accidents collects and examines various incidents involving railroad disasters using firsthand knowledge of the industry. The work highlights the evolving safety practices and regulations shaped by these events and reflects on the balance between human vulnerability and technological progress. The analysis reveals how tragic accidents have repeatedly acted as catalysts for change, prompting innovations aimed at reducing risks and protecting public safety. The account emphasizes the continual tension between advancing transportation methods and the inherent dangers they pose, illustrating the ongoing need for vigilance and adaptation. Historical disasters serve as stark reminders of the costs involved in progress, underscoring the importance of learning from past mistakes to prevent future loss. The narrative explores how public awareness and scrutiny increase following major incidents, which in turn pressure regulatory bodies and companies to implement more rigorous safety standards. This approach presents a comprehensive view of how railroad travel safety has developed over time through the interplay of tragedy, technological improvement, and societal response.
Specificaties
Betrokkenen
- Auteur(s):
- Uitgeverij:
Inhoud
- Aantal bladzijden:
- 170
- Taal:
- Engels
Eigenschappen
- Productcode (EAN):
- 9789371462884
- Verschijningsdatum:
- 1/06/2025
- Uitvoering:
- Paperback
- Formaat:
- Trade paperback (VS)
- Afmetingen:
- 140 mm x 216 mm
- Gewicht:
- 204 g
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