Railroads of Nevada and Eastern California, Vol. 1: The Northern Roads [Hardcover]

David F. Myrick (Author)

Product Details

• Hardcover: 472 pages
• Publisher: University of Nevada Press; Rep Sub edition (October 1, 1992)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0874171938
• ISBN-13: 978-0874171938
• Product Dimensions: 11.3 x 8.8 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,495,614 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars THE Source for Nevada Railroading, November 24, 2001

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Lynn Bernhard (Springville, UT United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Railroads of Nevada and Eastern California, Vol. 1: The Northern Roads (Hardcover)

Railroads of Nevada and Eastern California is the premier work on transportation in the Silver State. The photos are suprb, the text inclusive and the maps are a must for rail buffs and modellers seeking authenticity. I have owned this set for 35 years and it is nearly worn out from reference. The section on the southern roads is espcially well researched. I have been able to relocate features and buildings from Myrick's maps alone.

David Myrick did an excellent job of weaving history with technology in this readable work. Profusely illustrated, it connects time, place, and Nevada's colorful mining history together in a delightful fabric. The research appears flawless, as I have yet to find contradictory evidence in the several areas I have delved into. Reading the stories, one obtains a feel for the flow of commerce, the excitement of new discoveries, the character of the players in this real-life American drama. Detailed discussions of railroad technology, planning, construction, finance, and operations make this a delightful research tool.

The binding and printing are excellent, with beautiful crisp type and exceptionally clear photgraphs.

Overall, this set is a MUST for any serious student of Nevada railroads. Well worth the cost at todays price.