Romantic Realities, The Story Of The Building Of The Pacific Roads: A Paper On The Transcontinental Railways (1889)

By Grenville Mellen Dodge

Book Overview

Romantic Realities is a historical account of the construction of the Pacific Railroads in the late 19th century. Written by Grenville Mellen Dodge in 1889, the book details the challenges and triumphs of building the transcontinental railways that connected the East and West coasts of the United States. Dodge, a prominent civil engineer and Union Army general during the American Civil War, was intimately involved in the planning and construction of the railroads. In Romantic Realities, he draws on his personal experiences and extensive research to provide a comprehensive overview of the project. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the political and economic factors that drove the construction, the technological innovations that made it possible, and the social and cultural impact of the railways on American society. Dodge also provides detailed descriptions of the various routes and construction methods used, as well as profiles of the key figures involved in the project. Throughout the book, Dodge emphasizes the magnitude of the undertaking and the many obstacles that had to be overcome. He also highlights the human element of the project, describing the tireless work of the laborers, engineers, and other workers who made it all possible. Overall, Romantic Realities is a fascinating and informative account of one of the most significant engineering feats in American history. It offers a unique perspective on the challenges and triumphs of building the transcontinental railways, and sheds light on the social and cultural impact of this transformative project.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: 1166143082
• ISBN13: 9781166143084
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.28 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 11.0"