A Hundred Years by Post: A Jubilee Retrospect

"A Hundred Years by Post: A Jubilee Retrospect" by James Wilson Hyde is a journey through time, examining how the Postal Service transformed communication and reshaped society. The late 19th-century book considers the century's communication advancements, focusing on the Postal Service’s role in improving societal interactions and expanding commerce. The narrative focuses on pivotal changes, painting a picture of a world where new technologies, like steam trains and electric telegraphs, make old methods of communication seem ancient. Hyde focuses on the importance of the Postal Service and considers how its advancements altered society.