Previously published: The transcontinental Railroad in American history / R.C. Stein. c1997.
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references ( pages 122-125) and index.
Summary
"Learn about the construction project that once seemed to be a fool's dream became a reality, and how the railroads developed the West"--Provided by publisher.
Contents
The Golden Spike -- Sea to shining sea -- The Pacific Railroad Act -- The Central Pacific makes tracks -- The Union Pacific moves west -- The great race -- Promontory -- Rails west -- Timeline.