Check List Publications American Railroads Thomas Thomson 1942 NYPL Bibliography

Name: Check List Publications American Railroads Thomas Thomson 1942 NYPL Bibliography
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Author: Thomas Richard Thomson

by Thomas Richard Thomson

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Discover a unique piece of historical scholarship with this "Check List of Publications on American Railroads before 1841," compiled by Thomas Richard Thomson and published by The New York Public Library in 1942. This essential reference work is a union list of printed books and pamphlets, meticulously cataloging documents related to American railroads, including charters, by-laws, legislative acts, speeches, land grants, officers' and engineers' reports, travel guides, and maps. It offers an unparalleled resource for researchers, historians, and collectors interested in early American transportation and industrial development. Originally reprinted from the Bulletin of The New York Public Library of January-July-October 1941, this volume provides a deep dive into the foundational period of American railroading. It’s an invaluable tool for anyone studying the economic, social, and technological impact of railroads in the nascent United States. Perfect for academic libraries, history enthusiasts, and specialized collectors of railwayana, transportation history, and bibliography.

Publisher: The New York Public Library
Year: 1942
Condition: Good

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