Publisher's Synopsis
""How We Got Up The Glenmutchkin Railway And How We Got Out Of It"" is a humorous and satirical novella written by W. E. Aytoun. The story follows the misadventures of two young men, Peter Paterson and Thomas Tod, as they embark on a train journey on the newly constructed Glenmutchkin Railway. The railway is plagued with problems, including incompetent staff, faulty equipment, and a lack of safety measures. As a result, the journey becomes increasingly chaotic and dangerous, with the passengers facing a series of mishaps and near-misses. Despite these challenges, Paterson and Tod remain determined to reach their destination, and their resilience and resourcefulness are put to the test as they navigate the treacherous railway. The novella is a satirical commentary on the Victorian obsession with progress and modernity, highlighting the dangers and pitfalls of unchecked technological advancement. It is also a humorous and entertaining tale, full of witty dialogue and absurd situations.""Ah!"" said she, ""I see you are a congenial spirit. How delightful, and yet how rare it is to meet with any one who thinks in unison with yourself! Do you ever walk in the Necropolis, Mr. Dunshunner? It is my favourite haunt of a morning. There we can wean ourselves, as it were, from life, and, beneath the melancholy yew and cypress, anticipate the setting star. How often there have I seen the procession--the funeral of some very, very little child.""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.
