Chicago: America's Railroad Capital: The Illustrated History, 1836 to Today
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| Rating | : | 4.18 (996 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0760346038 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 192 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-02-17 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
As the United States expanded westward, new railroads and rail-related companies like Pullman established their headquarters in the Windy City, while eastern railroads found their natural western terminals there. In Chicago: America's Railroad Capital, longtime, prolific railroading author and photographer Brian Solomon - joined by a cast of respected rail journalists - examines this sprawling legacy of nearly 180 years, not only showing how the railroad has spurred the city's growth, but also highlighting the city's railroad workers throughout history, key players in the city and the industry, and Chicago's great interurban lines, fabulous passenger terminals, vast freight-processing fa
Louis, he has called Chicago home since 2000.Michael W. Brian Solomon is one of today's most accomplished railway historians. Throughout his legal career, he has represented many Class 1, short-line, and passenger railroads, as well as writing numerous articles about the railroad industry and taking railroad photographs for nearly 50 years.. Blaszak was born into a Pennsylvania Railroad family in Chicago, his grandmother having gone to work in the 12th Street Coach Yard during the Depre
After graduating college, he worked in various operations and management positions for several railroads before becoming a freelance writer and photographer. After graduating from law school, he joined the Santa Fe Railway. Born in St. He divides his time between Massachusetts and Ireland.Chris Guss has been writing about rail-related topics for over 20 years and photographing trains for almost 30 years. Louis, he has called Chicago home since 2000.Michael W. He has authored more than thirty books about railroads and locomotive power, and his writing and photography have been featured in the world's top rail publications, including Trains, Railway Age, Passenger Train Journal, and RailNews. Throughout his legal career, he has represented many Class 1, short-line, and passenger railroads, as well as writing numerous articles about the railroad industry and taking railroad photographs for nearly 50 years.. About the Au
Why All Railroads Lead to Chicago Roy Blanchard This book couldn’t have come at a better time. The nation’s railroads are facing some of the worst congestion ever, and the challenge of getting into and out of Chicago is a major contributing factor. What a change from what it was back in the day. The promotional material accompanying the title says, “ Historically, railroads that tried . Needed an Editor This book is for train spotters, not a general audience. Even the historical chapter is nearly devoid of anything but modern photos of locomotives. There is no series of maps illustrating the sequence of railroad construction, only a couple of barely legible historical route maps. While the text exhibits a great deal of historical work, it is not united in. Much better than expected. Hal Owen This book is a splendid addition to a Chicago bound-train lover's library. The title says it all - good copy, great pictures and detailed maps should keep you in your favorite reading chair for many pleasurable hours. I'm surprised there wasn't more favorable buzz preceding C-ARC's release.