Electric Interurbans and the American People(Railroads Past and Present)

和美国人民

铁路运输

原   价:
469.41
售   价:
399.00
优惠
平台大促 低至8折优惠
作      者
出  版 社
出版时间
2016年10月31日
装      帧
精装
ISBN
9780253022721
复制
页      码
250
开      本
0.00 x 0.00 x 0.00
语      种
英文
综合评分
暂无评分
我 要 买
- +
库存 100 本
  • 图书详情
  • 目次
  • 买家须知
  • 书评(0)
  • 权威书评(0)
图书简介
One of the most intriguing yet neglected pieces of American transportation history, electric interurban railroads were designed to assist shoppers, salesmen, farmers, commuters, and pleasure-seekers alike with short distance travel. At a time when most roads were unpaved and horse and buggy travel were costly and difficult, these streetcar-like electric cars were essential to economic growth. But why did interurban fever strike so suddenly and extensively in the Midwest and other areas? Why did thousands of people withdraw their savings to get onto what they believed to be a "gravy train?" How did officials of competing steam railroads respond to these challenges to their operations? H. Roger Grant explores the rise and fall of this fleeting form of transportation that started in the early 1900s and was defunct just 30 years later. Perfect for railfans, Electric Interurbans and the American People is a comprehensive contribution for those who love the flanged wheel.
本书暂无推荐
本书暂无推荐
看了又看
  • 上一个
  • 下一个