Set against the backdrop of 1857 London, the story revolves around the launch of the Great Eastern, the largest steamship of its time. American engineer Chester Ludlow and aspiring illustrator Jack Trace navigate the bustling scene, alongside a diverse cast including Ludlow's wife, his domineering brother, and a flamboyant entrepreneur. As they become entwined in the development of the first transoceanic telegraph cable, themes of communication and the transformative power of technology emerge, impacting their lives in unforeseen ways.
Set against the backdrop of 1857 London, the story revolves around the launch of the Great Eastern, the largest steamship of its time. American engineer Chester Ludlow and aspiring illustrator Jack Trace navigate the bustling scene, alongside a diverse cast including Ludlow's wife, his domineering brother, and a flamboyant entrepreneur. As they become entwined in the development of the first transoceanic telegraph cable, themes of communication and the transformative power of technology emerge, impacting their lives in unforeseen ways.
