Empire Express: Building the First Transcontinental Railroad
Regular price
$24.20 USD
Regular price
$40.34 USD
Sale price
$24.20 USD
Unit price
per
You save $16.14 USD (40%)
Currently unavailable
Format
Print Book
Currently viewing
Paperback
$24.20 USD
$40.34 USD
Secure CheckoutYour data is protected
Fast U.S. ShippingShips within 1–2 business days
Authentic Titles100% Genuine Books
Book Overview After the Civil War, the building of the transcontinental railroad was the nineteenth century's most transformative event. Beginning in 1...
After the Civil War, the building of the transcontinental railroad was the nineteenth century's most transformative event. Beginning in 1842 with a visionary's dream to span the continent with twin bands of iron, Empire Express captures three dramatic decades in which the United States effectively doubled in size, fought three wars, and began to discover a new national identity. From self--made entrepreneurs such as the Union Pacific's Thomas Durant and era--defining figures such as President Lincoln to the thousands of laborers whose backbreaking work made the railroad possible, this extraordinary narrative summons an astonishing array of voices to give new dimension not only to this epic endeavor but also to the culture, political struggles, and social conflicts of an unforgettable period in American history.
Book Details Format: Paperback | Pages: 848 | Language: English | Publisher: PENGUIN GROUP | ISBN: 0140084991
FormatPaperback
Pages848
LanguageEnglish
ISBN0140084991
EAN9780140084993
PublisherPENGUIN GROUP
Publication Date1970-01-01
AccessoriesNo Accessory
ConditionNew
Product TypeQUALITY PAPERBACK BOOKS
Weight1.94 Pounds
Length9.25 Inches
Width6.25 Inches
Height1.75 Inches
Shipping & Returns Fast, reliable shipping and easy returns on eligible items.
Most orders ship within 1–2 business days with fast, reliable U.S. delivery.
Eligible items can be returned within 30 days in line with our store return policy.
Why shop with AlbakiReads
Fresh Inventory from Major Publishers
Sourced through trusted book distributors, with fresh titles added regularly.
Secure Checkout
Your payment information is encrypted and protected every step of the way.
Fast U.S. Shipping
Most orders ship within 1–2 business days.
Books for Every Kind of Reader
From page-turners to timeless classics—find your next favorite read.
