Lines of Country: An Atlas of Railway and Waterway History in Canada [Hardcover]

Christopher Andreae (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 1, 1996 | ISBN-10: 1550461338 | ISBN-13: 978-1550461336

A truly outstanding work of research, this atlas is intended as a reference for those interested in Canada's present and historic transportation networks. The maps in this atlas depict the location and dates of construction and abandonment of all known railways and canals in Canada up to January 1, 1993. A description of construction techniques is included, as well as numerous illustrations that provide information not readily depicted in the text or by the maps. This atlas took 20 years to produce and will be a vital resource tool for many decades to come.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 240 pages
• Publisher: Boston Mills Press (April 1, 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1550461338
• ISBN-13: 978-1550461336
• Product Dimensions: 16.2 x 12.4 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #6,253,188 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A great Canadian railway and canal reference, July 31, 1998

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This review is from: Lines of Country: An Atlas of Railway and Waterway History in Canada (Hardcover)

If you are interested in Canadian transportation history, then this atlas is a must for you! The author details, in writing, pictures and maps every significant railway and canal in Canada, including in-service dates, the route(s) and abandonments.

A great way to see how our country was shaped by rail and canal transportation from 1830's to 1950's. It is a must-have for every rail-fan, student of Canadian history, school and library in Canada.

Bernie Geiger, Ottawa, Ontario, July 1998