American Railroads (The Chicago History of American Civilization)

By John F. Stover

Book Overview

Few scenes capture the American experience so eloquently as that of a lonely train chugging across the vastness of the Great Plains, or snaking through tortuous high mountain passes. Although this... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0226776573
• ISBN13: 9780226776576
• Release Date: December 1997
• Publisher: University of Chicago Press
• Length: 324 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.3" x 1.0" x 6.0"

Customer Reviews

American Railroads by Stover

This book is perfect for American History buffs. It contains an exhaustive history of the evolution of railroading in the USA. Railroads thrived throughout the 1850s in response to the trans- Pacific trade in gold. In 1860, Chicago was served by 8 railroads. The Pacific Railway Bill of 1862 heralded the first Pacific line. A bill was signed on 7-1-1862. A picture of an 1870s railroad management gathering depicted the executives in 3-piece suits and beards. A sign posted land for $6 to $12. per acre in Illinois. The NY-New Haven and Hartford RR line started circa 1844. The book would be a perfect acquisition for the student in your house.

Excellent Rail History

Well written, concise and very informative. One of the best general railroad history books I have ever read. Mr. Stover covers the development of railroads in America from the beginning to present with an objective view.