Steel Trails: The Epic Of The Railroads

By Martin D. Stevers

Book Overview

Steel Trails: The Epic Of The Railroads is a comprehensive book that explores the history of railroads in the United States. Written by Martin D. Stevers, the book provides a detailed account of the development of the railroad industry, from its early beginnings in the 19th century to the modern era.The book covers a wide range of topics related to railroads, including the construction of the transcontinental railroad, the growth of the railroad industry during the industrial revolution, the impact of railroads on American society and culture, and the challenges faced by the industry in the 21st century.Throughout the book, Stevers provides a wealth of information and insights into the people, events, and technologies that shaped the railroad industry. He also includes numerous photographs, illustrations, and maps that help bring the history of railroads to life.Steel Trails: The Epic Of The Railroads is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of transportation and the impact of railroads on American society. It is a well-researched and engaging book that provides a fascinating look at one of the most important industries in American history.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: 1162996382
• ISBN13: 9781162996387
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 438 Pages
• Weight: 1.28 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"