Railways Versus Water-Courses: The Influence Of Railways On Continental And Inland Traffic is a book written by Joseph Shehyn in 1881. The book explores the impact of railways on transportation in continental Europe and inland areas. Shehyn analyzes the advantages and disadvantages of both railways and waterways and discusses how railways have affected the economy, trade, and society. The author also examines the development of transportation infrastructure in various countries and how it has affected the competition between railways and waterways. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of transportation and the impact of railways on society. It provides a comprehensive analysis of the subject and is written in a clear and concise manner.The Influence Of Railways On Continental And Inland Traffic And Their Bearing Upon The Natural And Artificial Water-Courses Of The United States And Dominion Of Canada, Including The Question Of Canal Enlargement And The Further Deepening Of The Channel Between Quebec And Montreal For The Purpose Of Attracting The Western Trade To The St. Lawrence Route.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.