Beschreibung
Produktdetails
Einband
Taschenbuch
Erscheinungsdatum
01.06.2007
Verlag
Kessinger Publishing, LLCSeitenzahl
344
Maße (L/B/H)
22,9/15,2/2 cm
Gewicht
559 g
Sprache
Englisch
ISBN
978-1-4326-8198-2
""Charles Bianconi: A Biography, 1786-1875"" is a comprehensive account of the life and times of Charles Bianconi, a prominent Irish-Italian entrepreneur and founder of the Bianconi Coach Company. Written by Mrs. Morgan John O¿¿¿¿¿¿¿Connell, the book covers Bianconi's early life in Italy, his arrival in Ireland at the age of 16, and his rise to fame and fortune as a coach operator and businessman.The book details Bianconi's innovative approach to transportation, which revolutionized travel in Ireland by making it faster, safer, and more affordable. It also explores his personal life, including his marriage to Eliza Hayes and his relationships with other notable figures of the time, such as Daniel O'Connell and Queen Victoria.Throughout the book, O'Connell provides a vivid portrait of Bianconi's world, drawing on a wealth of primary sources, including letters, diaries, and contemporary accounts. She also offers insights into the social, political, and economic context of 19th-century Ireland, shedding light on the challenges and opportunities faced by Bianconi and his contemporaries.Overall, ""Charles Bianconi: A Biography, 1786-1875"" is a fascinating and well-researched study of one of Ireland's most significant historical figures, and a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of transportation, business, and social change in Ireland and beyond.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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