From Trail To Railway Through The Appalachians (1907)

By Albert Perry Brigham

Book Overview

From Trail to Railway Through the Appalachians is a historical book written by Albert Perry Brigham in 1907. The book details the history of the Appalachian Mountains, from its early exploration by European settlers to its development into a major transportation hub through the construction of railways. Brigham traces the evolution of the region's transportation systems, from the early trails used by Native Americans and early settlers to the construction of canals and railways that revolutionized travel and commerce in the region. The book also highlights the challenges and hardships faced by those who built the transportation systems, including the dangers of working in the rugged terrain and the financial struggles faced by those who invested in the projects. With detailed maps, photographs, and illustrations, From Trail to Railway Through the Appalachians provides a comprehensive and fascinating look at the history of one of America's most important regions.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 116396932X
• ISBN13: 9781163969328
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 212 Pages
• Weight: 0.64 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"