""A Picture History Of U.S. Transportation On Rails, Roads, And Rivers"" by Roderick Hull Craib is a comprehensive book that explores the history of transportation in the United States. The book is filled with vivid and detailed illustrations that showcase the various modes of transportation that have been used throughout the country's history, including railroads, roads, and rivers.The book is divided into three main sections, each devoted to a different mode of transportation. The first section focuses on railroads, tracing their development from the early steam locomotives of the 19th century to the modern high-speed trains of today. The section covers the construction of the transcontinental railroad, the growth of railroads in the West, and the impact of railroads on the economy and society.The second section of the book is devoted to roads, including the history of the automobile and the construction of highways and bridges. The section covers the development of the interstate highway system, the impact of the automobile on American culture, and the role of roads in shaping the country's landscape.The final section of the book explores transportation on rivers, including the development of steamboats and the role of rivers in commerce and transportation. The section covers the history of river transportation from the early days of paddlewheel steamboats to the modern barge industry.Throughout the book, Craib provides detailed historical context for each mode of transportation, offering insights into the social, economic, and political forces that shaped their development. The book is an excellent resource for anyone interested in the history of transportation in the United States and is sure to delight both casual readers and transportation enthusiasts alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
