Book Description | A Trip to Newfoundland, Its Scenery and Fisheries: With an Account of the Laying of the Submarine Telegraph Cable is a book written by John Mullaly in 1855. The book is a travelogue that describes Mullaly's journey to Newfoundland, a Canadian island located in the North Atlantic Ocean. In the book, Mullaly provides a detailed account of the island's scenic beauty and its thriving fishing industry.The book also includes an in-depth description of the laying of the submarine telegraph cable, which was a major technological feat of the time. Mullaly describes the challenges faced by the engineers and workers involved in the project and the impact that the telegraph cable had on communication between Newfoundland and the rest of the world.Overall, A Trip to Newfoundland, Its Scenery and Fisheries: With an Account of the Laying of the Submarine Telegraph Cable is a fascinating historical account of a journey to a remote island and an important technological achievement of the 19th century. It provides a unique perspective on the natural beauty and economic importance of Newfoundland, as well as the impact of new technologies on communication and transportation.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. |