History of the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway
History of the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway

Author: Keith L. Bryant|Frailey Jr. (Fred W.)

Publisher: U of Nebraska Press

Published: 2020

Total Pages: 432

ISBN-13: 1496222733

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"Keith L. Bryant Jr. and Fred W. Frailey present a comprehensive history of the financing, construction, growth, and management of the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway"--

Santa Fe Railway
Santa Fe Railway

Author: Steve Glischinski

Publisher: MBI Publishing Company

Published: 1997-11-13

Total Pages: 132

ISBN-13: 9780760303801

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An enlightening historical overview of the world's most famous railway. Archival color photography captures the nostalgia of the locomotives, rolling stock, and scenic routes.

Encyclopedia of North American Railroads
Encyclopedia of North American Railroads

Author: William D Middleton

Publisher: Indiana University Press

Published: 2007-04-06

Total Pages: 1295

ISBN-13: 0253027993

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Lavishly illustrated and a joy to read, this authoritative reference work on the North American continent's railroads covers the U.S., Canadian, Mexican, Central American, and Cuban systems. The encyclopedia's over-arching theme is the evolution of the railroad industry and the historical impact of its progress on the North American continent. This thoroughly researched work examines the various aspects of the industry's development: technology, operations, cultural impact, the evolution of public policy regarding the industry, and the structural functioning of modern railroads. More than 500 alphabetical entries cover a myriad of subjects, including numerous entries profiling the principal companies, suppliers, manufacturers, and individuals influencing the history of the rails. Extensive appendices provide data regarding weight, fuel, statistical trends, and more, as well as a list of 130 vital railroad books. Railfans will treasure this indispensable work.

BNSF Railway
BNSF Railway

Author: Richard Billingsley

Publisher: Amberley Publishing Limited

Published: 2019-08-15

Total Pages: 178

ISBN-13: 1445685469

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Seen through the lens of a UK-based photographer, this book shows wonderful photos of one of the world's largest and most iconic railways.

The Train Stops Here
The Train Stops Here

Author: Marci L. Riskin

Publisher: UNM Press

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 168

ISBN-13: 9780826333070

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Architect Marci Riskin explores railroad depots from New Mexico's territorial days.

Classic Railroad Scenes: Railroads at Work Hard Cover
Classic Railroad Scenes: Railroads at Work Hard Cover

Author: Art Peterson

Publisher:

Published: 2021-10

Total Pages: 224

ISBN-13: 9781627008631

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Art Peterson is back with more color images from his Krambles-Peterson Archive. This book focuses on freight railroading and features scenes of switching and trains in industrial areas in the Transition and Classic eras. Large photos and in depth captions go beyond just telling what's in the photo - they put the images in context with the greater railroad scene as well as what was going on in the larger society.

Outside the Rails: A Rail Route Guide from Chicago to Kansas City
Outside the Rails: A Rail Route Guide from Chicago to Kansas City

Author: Robert Tabern

Publisher: Lulu.com

Published: 2019-09

Total Pages: 336

ISBN-13: 0359890199

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"Outside the Rails: A Rail Route Guide from Chicago to Kansas City" is a 334-page route guidebook for passengers traveling Amtrak's Southwest Chief train through Illinois, Iowa, and Missouri. Learn interesting facts about the people, place, and history passing by outside the window between Chicago and Kansas City. This book was written by Robert and Kandace Tabern with the Midwest Rail Rangers.