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The Modoc: Southern Pacific's Backdoor to Oregon

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I was not sure what to expect when I bought this book, but I was pleasantly surprised. The authors spent a great amount of time gathering material, first-hand anecdotes, charts and other information to present a complete story of the SPs Modoc Line which ran through northeastern California and western Nevada. The production values and printing quality are typical of Oso Publishings work, in a word - excellent. The thoughtful selection of maps is a major plus, too, although somehow on one of the maps, California was placed north of Oregon. At any rate, the place names were correct and it in no way detracted from the text. The Modoc is no more, of course, but this book is certainly a fitting tribute to one of the lesser known lines of the Southern Pacific. This work will be of interest to anyone who appreciates western railroading.

I had been looking for weeks for a copy of this great book for a friend. I had the book sent direct to my friend. Quick delivery and the book was as advertised - new and never been opened. No problems at all. Will buy more from this good vendor.