In the 21st century, it’s easy to get from New York to California — take a road trip, board a plane, or hop on a train; you’ll be there in no time. The co

"This book is an in-depth narration of the events leading up to and during the construction of the first transcontinental railway"--

"This book provides historical context on key events related to the construction of the American Transcontinental Railroad. The timeline format offers a visual

“Some of the most accomplished scholars of railroad history…tell the story of these enterprises which totally re-shaped the western landscape.”—The Mich