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Nothing Like It In The World

The Men Who Built The Transcontinental Railroad 1863 - 1869

de Stephen E. Ambrose ...

Narrado por Jeffrey DeMunn ...

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15 hora 38 minutos

In this New York Times bestseller, Stephen Ambrose brings to life the story of the building of the transcontinental railroad, from the men who financed it to the engineers and surveyors who risked their lives to the workers who signed on for the dangerous job.Nothing Like It in the World gives the account of an unprecedented feat of engineering, vision, and courage. It is the story of the men who ... Leer más

$29.99 USD

In this New York Times bestseller, Stephen Ambrose brings to life the story of the building of the transcontinental railroad, from the men who financed it to the engineers and surveyors who risked their lives to the workers who signed on for the dangerous job.Nothing Like It in the World gives the account of an unprecedented feat of engineering, vision, and courage. It is the story of the men who
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Around the World in 80 Trains

A 45,000-Mile Adventure

de Monisha Rajesh ...

Narrado por Monisha Rajesh ...

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11 hora 4 minutos

Bloomsbury presents Around the World in 80 Trains written and read by Monisha Rajesh.WINNER OF THE NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC TRAVELLER AWARD FOR BEST TRAVEL BOOKSHORTLISTED FOR THE STANFORD DOLMAN TRAVEL BOOK OF THE YEAR AWARD'Monisha Rajesh has chosen one of the best ways of seeing the world. Never too fast, never too slow, her journey does what trains do best. Getting to the heart of things. Prepare ... Leer más

$21.00 USD

Bloomsbury presents Around the World in 80 Trains written and read by Monisha Rajesh.WINNER OF THE NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC TRAVELLER AWARD FOR BEST TRAVEL BOOKSHORTLISTED FOR THE STANFORD DOLMAN TRAVEL BOOK OF THE YEAR AWARD'Monisha Rajesh has chosen one of the best ways of seeing the world. Never too fast, never too slow, her journey does what trains do best. Getting to the heart of things. Prepare
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Grand Central

How a Train Station Transformed America

de Sam Roberts ...

Narrado por Sam Roberts ...

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6 hora 59 minutos

A rich, illustrated - and entertaining -- history of the iconic Grand Central Terminal, from one of New York City's favorite writers, just in time to celebrate the train station's 100th fabulous anniversary.In the winter of 1913, Grand Central Station was officially opened and immediately became one of the most beautiful and recognizable Manhattan landmarks. In this celebration of the one hundred ... Leer más

$24.99 USD

A rich, illustrated - and entertaining -- history of the iconic Grand Central Terminal, from one of New York City's favorite writers, just in time to celebrate the train station's 100th fabulous anniversary.In the winter of 1913, Grand Central Station was officially opened and immediately became one of the most beautiful and recognizable Manhattan landmarks. In this celebration of the one hundred
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Unconditional Ways To Make Money in Transportation & Warehousing

Boats, Land, Chassis, RVs, Campers, Containers, etc...

de Staphane Williams ...

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1 horas 26 minutos

Embark on an odyssey through the complex realm of logistics with this indispensable guide, a beacon for entrepreneurs navigating the labyrinthine challenges of transport and warehousing. This compendium of strategies and insights unveils the secrets to orchestrating the movement and storage of goods with precision. It serves as a manifesto for the savvy logistician aspiring to master the dance of ... Leer más

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Embark on an odyssey through the complex realm of logistics with this indispensable guide, a beacon for entrepreneurs navigating the labyrinthine challenges of transport and warehousing. This compendium of strategies and insights unveils the secrets to orchestrating the movement and storage of goods with precision. It serves as a manifesto for the savvy logistician aspiring to master the dance of
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Train

Riding the Rails That Created the Modern World---from the Trans-Siberian to the Southwest Chief

de Tom Zoellner ...

Narrado por Grover Gardner ...

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12 hora 13 minutos

Tom Zoellner loves trains with a ferocious passion. In his new book he chronicles the innovation and sociological impact of the railway technology that changed the world, and could very well change it again.From the frigid Trans-Siberian Railroad to the antiquated Indian Railways to the futuristic maglev trains, Zoellner offers a stirring story of man's relationship with trains. Zoellner examines ... Leer más

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Tom Zoellner loves trains with a ferocious passion. In his new book he chronicles the innovation and sociological impact of the railway technology that changed the world, and could very well change it again.From the frigid Trans-Siberian Railroad to the antiquated Indian Railways to the futuristic maglev trains, Zoellner offers a stirring story of man's relationship with trains. Zoellner examines
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Boss of the Grips

The Life of James H. Williams and the Red Caps of Grand Central Terminal

de Eric K. Washington ...

Narrado por David Sadzin ...

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10 hora 11 minutos

A long-overdue biography of the head of Grand Central Terminal's Red Caps, who flourished in the cultural nexus of Harlem and American railroads.In a feat of remarkable research and timely reclamation, Eric K. Washington uncovers the nearly forgotten life of James H. Williams (1878–1948), the chief porter of Grand Central Terminal's Red Caps—a multitude of Harlem-based black men whom he organized ... Leer más

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A long-overdue biography of the head of Grand Central Terminal's Red Caps, who flourished in the cultural nexus of Harlem and American railroads.In a feat of remarkable research and timely reclamation, Eric K. Washington uncovers the nearly forgotten life of James H. Williams (1878–1948), the chief porter of Grand Central Terminal's Red Caps—a multitude of Harlem-based black men whom he organized
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HowExpert Guide to Train Spotting

The Ultimate Handbook for Train Spotting Skills, Identifying Trains, and Connecting with the Railfan Community

de HowExpert ...

Narrado por Dylan McCright ...

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3 hora 44 minutos

If you’re passionate about trains and want to elevate your train spotting experience, HowExpert Guide to Train Spotting is your ultimate companion. This guide takes you on a comprehensive journey through train spotting, offering expert insights, practical advice, and a deep dive into every aspect of this beloved hobby. Whether you're just starting out or refining your skills, this book provides ... Leer más

$19.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

If you’re passionate about trains and want to elevate your train spotting experience, HowExpert Guide to Train Spotting is your ultimate companion. This guide takes you on a comprehensive journey through train spotting, offering expert insights, practical advice, and a deep dive into every aspect of this beloved hobby. Whether you're just starting out or refining your skills, this book provides
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The Trains Now Departed

Sixteen Excursions into the Lost Delights of Britain's Railways

de Michael Williams ...

Narrado por Michael Tudor Barnes ...

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10 hora 45 minutos

SOMETIMES you come across a lofty railway viaduct, marooned in the middle of a remote country landscape. Or a crumbling platform from some once-bustling junction buried under the buddleia. If you are lucky you might be able to follow some rusting tracks, or explore an old tunnel leading to…well, who knows where? Listen hard. Is that the wind in the undergrowth? Or the spectre of a train from a ... Leer más

$14.77 USD

SOMETIMES you come across a lofty railway viaduct, marooned in the middle of a remote country landscape. Or a crumbling platform from some once-bustling junction buried under the buddleia. If you are lucky you might be able to follow some rusting tracks, or explore an old tunnel leading to…well, who knows where? Listen hard. Is that the wind in the undergrowth? Or the spectre of a train from a
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Rival Rails

The Race to Build America's Greatest Transcontinental Railroad

de Walter R. Borneman ...

Narrado por Norman Dietz ...

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15 hora

The driving of the golden spike at Promontory Summit, which marked the completion of the country's first transcontinental railroad, was only the beginning of the race for railroad dominance. In the aftermath of this building feat, dozens of railroads, each with aggressive empire builders at their helms, raced one another for the ultimate prize of a southern transcontinental route that was ... Leer más

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The driving of the golden spike at Promontory Summit, which marked the completion of the country's first transcontinental railroad, was only the beginning of the race for railroad dominance. In the aftermath of this building feat, dozens of railroads, each with aggressive empire builders at their helms, raced one another for the ultimate prize of a southern transcontinental route that was
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Last Train to Paradise

Henry Flagler and the Spectacular Rise and Fall of the Railroad that Crossed an Ocean

de Les Standiford ...

Narrado por Del Roy ...

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8 hora 17 minutos

The fast-paced and gripping true account of the extraordinary construction and spectacular demise of the Key West Railroad—one of the greatest engineering feats ever undertaken, destroyed in one fell swoop by the strongest storm ever to hit U.S. shores.In 1904, the brilliant and driven entrepreneur Henry Flagler, partner to John D. Rockefeller, dreamed of a railway connecting the island of Key ... Leer más

$17.95 USD

The fast-paced and gripping true account of the extraordinary construction and spectacular demise of the Key West Railroad—one of the greatest engineering feats ever undertaken, destroyed in one fell swoop by the strongest storm ever to hit U.S. shores.In 1904, the brilliant and driven entrepreneur Henry Flagler, partner to John D. Rockefeller, dreamed of a railway connecting the island of Key
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Thomas og vennerne - En farefuld tur til fastlandet

de Mattel ...

Narrado por Henrik Koefoed ...

Series series Thomas og vennerne
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11 minutos

Damplokomotivet Henry bliver skadet, og James får hans tur til fastlandet. Thomas syntes, at det er uretfærdigt. Han vil også ud på eventyr! Thomas kobler sig derfor på Henrys godsvogne, inden James når at gøre det, og suser af sted. Men der lurer farer på fastlandet, som det lille lokomotiv ikke kender ...Tag med på spændende eventyr med toget Thomas, Gordon, James, Cranky, Diesel, Dexter, Henry ... Leer más

$5.99 USD

Damplokomotivet Henry bliver skadet, og James får hans tur til fastlandet. Thomas syntes, at det er uretfærdigt. Han vil også ud på eventyr! Thomas kobler sig derfor på Henrys godsvogne, inden James når at gøre det, og suser af sted. Men der lurer farer på fastlandet, som det lille lokomotiv ikke kender ...Tag med på spændende eventyr med toget Thomas, Gordon, James, Cranky, Diesel, Dexter, Henry
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On the Shadow Tracks

A Journey through Occupied Myanmar

de Clare Hammond ...

Narrado por Clare Hammond ...

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9 hora 8 minutos

Brought to you by Penguin.In 2016, while working as a journalist in Yangon, Clare Hammond discovered an obscure map that showed a web of new railways spanning the length and breadth of the country - railways not shown on any other publicly available maps. She was determined to uncover the railways' origins, purpose, and most of all, the silence that surrounded them. She would spend three months ... Leer más

$18.79 USD

Brought to you by Penguin.In 2016, while working as a journalist in Yangon, Clare Hammond discovered an obscure map that showed a web of new railways spanning the length and breadth of the country - railways not shown on any other publicly available maps. She was determined to uncover the railways' origins, purpose, and most of all, the silence that surrounded them. She would spend three months
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The Man from Steamtown

The Story of F. Nelson Blount

de James R. Adair, Hannah Goodman ...

Narrado por Derek Shetterly ...

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8 hora 5 minutos

The throbbing sound of the steam-driven pistons and sight of the flashing drive-rods quickened the boy's pulse. He had heard and seen it all from his bedroom window, but now he had stepped-in person-into the wonderful world of steam. F. Nelson Blount's interest in steam engines began when he was only four. As he grew up, he studied and wrote about them, often traveling many miles to see one. Yet ... Leer más

$16.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

The throbbing sound of the steam-driven pistons and sight of the flashing drive-rods quickened the boy's pulse. He had heard and seen it all from his bedroom window, but now he had stepped-in person-into the wonderful world of steam. F. Nelson Blount's interest in steam engines began when he was only four. As he grew up, he studied and wrote about them, often traveling many miles to see one. Yet
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Untold Railway Stories, The

de Monisha Rajesh, Andrew Martin, Shahnaz Habib, Clare Hammond, Mark Ovenden, Vicki Pipe, Leon McCarron, Yvonne Adhiambo Owuor, Sam Williams, Omar Musa, Felicity Spector, Jack Curtis ...

Narrado por Esmée Cook ...

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7 hora 47 minutos

A compendium of fascinating and evocative new writing on railway travel and history. Telling of little known journeys and uncovered histories on railway routes around the world - from the UK, Europe and Africa to North America, the Middle East and Asia.From Myanmar's highlands to the British Pennines, from slow travel between coffee plantations in Borneo to a cross-continent odyssey on African ... Leer más

$24.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

A compendium of fascinating and evocative new writing on railway travel and history. Telling of little known journeys and uncovered histories on railway routes around the world - from the UK, Europe and Africa to North America, the Middle East and Asia.From Myanmar's highlands to the British Pennines, from slow travel between coffee plantations in Borneo to a cross-continent odyssey on African
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Railsong

A Novel

de Rahul Bhattacharya ...

Narrado por Sudha Bhuchar ...

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17 hora 42 minutos

Bloomsbury presents Railsong by Rahul Bhattacharya, read by Sudha Bhuchar."Magnificent . . . I would follow Miss Chitol to the ends of the earth." —Kamila Shamsie"Profoundly tender [and] vigorously alive to the currents of national change**."** —Megha MajumdarFrom the Man Asian Prize–shortlisted author Rahul Bhattacharya, a breathtaking novel about a woman forging a life for herself on the ... Leer más

$30.99 USD

Bloomsbury presents Railsong by Rahul Bhattacharya, read by Sudha Bhuchar."Magnificent . . . I would follow Miss Chitol to the ends of the earth." —Kamila Shamsie"Profoundly tender [and] vigorously alive to the currents of national change**."** —Megha MajumdarFrom the Man Asian Prize–shortlisted author Rahul Bhattacharya, a breathtaking novel about a woman forging a life for herself on the
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The White Cascade

The Great Northern Railway Disaster and America's Deadliest Avalanche

de Gary Krist ...

Narrado por Robert Fass ...

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9 hora 45 minutos

From renowned writer and travel journalist Gary Krist comes the never-before-told story of one of the worst rail disasters in U.S. history in which two trains full of people, trapped high in the Cascade Mountains, are hit by a devastating avalanche.In February 1910, a monstrous blizzard centered on Washington State hit the Northwest, breaking records. The world stopped—but nowhere was the danger ... Leer más

$26.99 USD

From renowned writer and travel journalist Gary Krist comes the never-before-told story of one of the worst rail disasters in U.S. history in which two trains full of people, trapped high in the Cascade Mountains, are hit by a devastating avalanche.In February 1910, a monstrous blizzard centered on Washington State hit the Northwest, breaking records. The world stopped—but nowhere was the danger
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Ticket to Ride

Around the World on 49 Unusual Train Journeys

de Tom Chesshyre ...

Narrado por David Thorpe ...

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11 hora 1 minutos

Why do people love trains so much? Tom Chesshyre is on a mission to find the answer by experiencing the world through train travel - on both epic and everyday rail routes, aboard every type of ride, from steam locomotives to bullet trains, meeting a cast of memorable characters who share a passion for train travel. Join him on the rails and off the beaten track as he embarks on an exhilarating ... Leer más

$42.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Why do people love trains so much? Tom Chesshyre is on a mission to find the answer by experiencing the world through train travel - on both epic and everyday rail routes, aboard every type of ride, from steam locomotives to bullet trains, meeting a cast of memorable characters who share a passion for train travel. Join him on the rails and off the beaten track as he embarks on an exhilarating
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From the River to the Sea

The Untold Story of the Railroad War That Made the West

de John Sedgwick ...

Narrado por John Bedford Lloyd ...

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10 hora 40 minutos

“Riveting...A great read, full of colorful characters and outrageous confrontations back when the west was still wild.” —George R.R. MartinA propulsive and panoramic history of one of the most dramatic stories never told—the greatest railroad war of all time, fought by the daring leaders of the Santa Fe and the Rio Grande to seize, control, and create the American West.It is difficult to imagine ... Leer más

$25.99 USD

“Riveting...A great read, full of colorful characters and outrageous confrontations back when the west was still wild.” —George R.R. MartinA propulsive and panoramic history of one of the most dramatic stories never told—the greatest railroad war of all time, fought by the daring leaders of the Santa Fe and the Rio Grande to seize, control, and create the American West.It is difficult to imagine
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Slow Trains Around Britain

Notes from a 4,088-Mile Adventure on 143 Rides

de Tom Chesshyre ...

Narrado por David Thorpe ...

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12 hora 27 minutos

In a small market town in the northeast of England in 1825, something momentous happened: ticket-bearing human beings started moving along wrought-iron tracks on a contraption with engine-powered wheels. The contraption was called a 'train'. What happened in Darlington, along a 26-mile line to Stockton, would kickstart the worldwide railway revolution. To celebrate the 200th anniversary of this ... Leer más

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In a small market town in the northeast of England in 1825, something momentous happened: ticket-bearing human beings started moving along wrought-iron tracks on a contraption with engine-powered wheels. The contraption was called a 'train'. What happened in Darlington, along a 26-mile line to Stockton, would kickstart the worldwide railway revolution. To celebrate the 200th anniversary of this
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The Peking Express

The Bandits Who Stole a Train, Stunned the West, and Broke the Republic of China

de James M Zimmerman ...

Narrado por David Shih ...

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9 hora 43 minutos

The thrilling true story of train-robbing revolutionaries and passengers who got more than they paid for in this Murder on the Orient Express–style adventure, set in China’s republican era.In 1923 Shanghai, native and foreign travelers alike are enthralled by the establishment of a new railway line to distant Peking. With this new line comes the Peking Express, a luxurious express train on the ... Leer más

$27.99 USD

The thrilling true story of train-robbing revolutionaries and passengers who got more than they paid for in this Murder on the Orient Express–style adventure, set in China’s republican era.In 1923 Shanghai, native and foreign travelers alike are enthralled by the establishment of a new railway line to distant Peking. With this new line comes the Peking Express, a luxurious express train on the
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Fast Track

The Extraordinary Global History of The Race for High Speed Rail from the Award-Winning Trains Expert

de Christian Wolmar ...

Narrado por Christian Wolmar ...

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10 hora 25 minutos

**The global history of high speed rail, from the railways' "wisest, most detailed historian" (**The Observer)Sleek, comfortable, accessible, and sustainable, high-speed rail is the future.Since Japan’s Bullet Train first sped down the track in the sixties, it has become a global icon, as famous for its punctuality as for its speed.The French TGV, or Train à Grande Vitesse, established a te... ... Leer más

$18.79 USD

**The global history of high speed rail, from the railways' "wisest, most detailed historian" (**The Observer)Sleek, comfortable, accessible, and sustainable, high-speed rail is the future.Since Japan’s Bullet Train first sped down the track in the sixties, it has become a global icon, as famous for its punctuality as for its speed.The French TGV, or Train à Grande Vitesse, established a te...
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The Race Underground

Boston, New York, and the Incredible Rivalry That Built America's First Subway

de Doug Most ...

Narrado por John H. Mayer ...

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15 hora 26 minutos

In the late nineteenth century, as cities like Boston and New York grew larger, the streets became increasingly clogged with horse-drawn carts. When the great blizzard of 1888 brought New York City to a halt, a solution had to be found. Two brothers—Henry Melville Whitney of Boston and William Collins Whitney of New York City—pursued the dream of his city being the first American metropolis to ... Leer más

$25.00 USD

In the late nineteenth century, as cities like Boston and New York grew larger, the streets became increasingly clogged with horse-drawn carts. When the great blizzard of 1888 brought New York City to a halt, a solution had to be found. Two brothers—Henry Melville Whitney of Boston and William Collins Whitney of New York City—pursued the dream of his city being the first American metropolis to
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American Railroads

de John F. Stover ...

Narrado por Auto-narrated ...

Series series Chicago History of American Civilization
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8 hora 42 minutos

Few scenes capture the American experience so eloquently as that of a lonely train chugging across the vastness of the Great Plains or snaking through tortuous high mountain passes. Although this vision was eclipsed for a time by the rise of air travel and trucking, railroads have enjoyed a rebirth in recent years as profitable freight carriers.A fascinating account of the rise, decline, and ... Leer más

$3.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Few scenes capture the American experience so eloquently as that of a lonely train chugging across the vastness of the Great Plains or snaking through tortuous high mountain passes. Although this vision was eclipsed for a time by the rise of air travel and trucking, railroads have enjoyed a rebirth in recent years as profitable freight carriers.A fascinating account of the rise, decline, and
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The High Girders

The gripping true story of a Victorian dream that ended in tragedy

de John Prebble ...

Narrado por David Monteath ...

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7 hora 3 minutos

'A tale of irresponsibility and inexperience' THE TIMES'Graphically written with a sense of dramatic construction' SCOTSMANOn December 28th 1879, the night of the Great Storm, the Tay Bridge collapsed, along with the train that was crossing, and everyone on board...This is the true story of that disastrous night, told from multiple viewpoints:The station master waiting for the train to arrive - ... Leer más

$24.99 USD

'A tale of irresponsibility and inexperience' THE TIMES'Graphically written with a sense of dramatic construction' SCOTSMANOn December 28th 1879, the night of the Great Storm, the Tay Bridge collapsed, along with the train that was crossing, and everyone on board...This is the true story of that disastrous night, told from multiple viewpoints:The station master waiting for the train to arrive -
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