The transcontinental railroad :
by Harasymiw, Therese
Series: American history Published by : Lucent Press (New York ) Physical details: 104 pages : Illustrations (some color) ; 24 cm. ISBN:9781534561373; 1534561374.| Item type | Current location | Call number | Status | Notes | Date due | Barcode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| j 300 - 399 | j385.097809034 Har (Browse shelf) | Available | State Grant-in-Aid | 105950 |
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Setting the scene: a timeline -- Introduction: a railway from coast to coast -- A sprawling nation -- Plotting a course across the continent -- A way to preserve the union -- The Union Pacific heads West -- The Central Pacific heads East -- Epilogue: completely transcontinental.
Readers may know the basic facts about the creation of the first transcontinental railroad, but the full story behind the push to connect the United States by rail is much more than the names and dates taught in history classes. Readers discover the exciting, important details including the contributions of immigrants as they encounter engaging main text, comprehensive sidebars, and historical images that include carefully chosen primary sources. These text features come together to give readers an in-depth look at the first successful attempt to connect the United States through transportation. Black-and-White Photographs, Detailed Table of Contents, Full-Color Photographs, Further Information Section, Index, Maps, Primary Sources, Sidebars, Timelines, Websites.
12 - 15 years
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