The Ocean Telegraph to India: A Narrative and a Diary

""The Ocean Telegraph To India: A Narrative And A Diary"" is a book written by J.C. Parkinson that provides a detailed account of the laying of the first telegraph cable from England to India in the mid-19th century. The book is divided into two parts: the first part is a narrative of the expedition, while the second part is a diary kept by Parkinson during the journey. The book begins with a brief history of telegraphy and the importance of communication between England and India. The narrative then follows the journey of the expedition, which was led by the famous engineer, Cyrus Field. The expedition faced numerous challenges, including rough seas, equipment failures, and financial difficulties. However, despite these setbacks, the team persevered and successfully laid the cable, connecting England and India for the first time.The second part of the book is Parkinson's personal diary, which provides a unique perspective on the expedition. Parkinson was a member of the team and his diary entries provide insight into the daily life on board the ship and the challenges faced by the team. Overall, ""The Ocean Telegraph To India: A Narrative And A Diary"" is a fascinating account of a historic event that revolutionized communication between England and India. Parkinson's narrative and diary provide a vivid and engaging portrayal of the expedition and the people involved in it.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.