Isbn: 9780282593971 - three studies in railroading: building the road; driving the last spike; the west and the railroads (classic reprint) (3 Ergebnisse)

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a compelling account of the construction of the transcontinental railroads in the United States during the latter half of the 19th century. As the author himself was heavily involved in the creation of these iconic lines, his firsthand perspective provides unique insight into the challenges and triumphs of this monumental undertaking. In addition to the historical narrative, the author discusses the railroads' profound impact on the development of the American West, the environmental consequences, and the profound changes they brought to the nation's economy and infrastructure. An engaging read for anyone interested in the history of American expansion and innovation, this book explores the heroic efforts of the railroad builders who, against all odds, connected the nation from coast to coast. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…