Railroads Across North America : An Illustrated History

English

ISBN: 0760329761

EAN: 9780760329764

Category: Technology & Engineering / Civil / Transport/Transportation / Railroads / History/

Publisher: MBI Publishing Company LLC

Release Date: 09/09/2011

Synopsis: From the first steam-powered locomotives of the early nineteenth century to the high-speed commuter trains of today, the American railroad has been a great engine powering the nations growth and industry. This book celebrates the glory and grandeur of that legacy with a lavish tour of the history of the American railroad and the culture surrounding it. Generously illustrated with vintage photographs, modern images, maps, timetables, tickets, brochures, and all manner of memorabilia, this volume offers a fascinating look at the rail industrys beginnings and development, as well as its place in American history. From the might of the major rail companies and their empires to the romance of rail travel, this is the full and fabulously colorful story of the industry that moved a nation--and stirs our imaginations to this day.

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Railroads Across North America : An Illustrated History

Illustrated: Yes

Format: Hardcover

Height: 1.0 inches

Width: 9.0 inches

Length: 12.0 inches

Weight: 60.14 oz

Pages: 256