The Nickel Plate Road: The History Of A Great Railroad is a comprehensive book written by Taylor Hampton that delves into the rich history of one of America's most iconic railroads. The book traces the origins of the Nickel Plate Road, from its inception in 1881 to its eventual merger with the Norfolk and Western Railway in 1964. Through a combination of detailed research and engaging storytelling, Hampton brings to life the colorful characters and pivotal events that shaped the Nickel Plate Road's legacy. He explores the ...
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The Nickel Plate Road: The History Of A Great Railroad is a comprehensive book written by Taylor Hampton that delves into the rich history of one of America's most iconic railroads. The book traces the origins of the Nickel Plate Road, from its inception in 1881 to its eventual merger with the Norfolk and Western Railway in 1964. Through a combination of detailed research and engaging storytelling, Hampton brings to life the colorful characters and pivotal events that shaped the Nickel Plate Road's legacy. He explores the railroad's pioneering role in the development of the American Midwest, its struggles during the Great Depression and World War II, and its eventual decline in the face of changing economic and technological forces. The book is filled with fascinating anecdotes and historical photographs that provide a vivid sense of what life was like for the railroad's workers and passengers. From the steam locomotives that powered the trains to the bustling stations and freight yards that dotted the Nickel Plate Road's route, Hampton offers a captivating glimpse into a bygone era of American transportation. Overall, The Nickel Plate Road: The History Of A Great Railroad is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of American railroads, as well as those who simply enjoy a well-told tale of adventure and innovation.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.
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Very good in very good dust jacket. 366 p. illus., ports., maps, facsims. 25 cm. Includes: Illustrations, Maps, Portraits, Facsimiles. 1947 edition with DJ. Binding strong, pages tight. No marks or writing, DJ shows normal wear for age
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Good. 1947 World Press hardcover, 1st edition, unmarked, solid, no jacket, covers have mild wear, endpages have mild endpage staining. Fast Shipping-Safe and Secure Bubble Mailer!
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Very Good. 8vo-over 7¾"-9¾" tall. 366 pp. Original pale green cloth covers w/ silver title on binding. Corners bumped. Foxing to pg. text block. Also to ffep and title pg. Previous owner's name on ffep. DJ has wear and tear to edges. Foxing to back cover and inside flaps. Sunning to inside back flap edges. Illust. w/ b/w photos and drawings.
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Good. Good condition. Acceptable dust jacket. (Railroads, Trains) A copy that has been read but remains intact. May contain markings such as bookplates, stamps, limited notes and highlighting, or a few light stains. Bundled media such as CDs, DVDs, floppy disks or access codes may not be included.
