Nevada County Narrow Gauge - Softcover

Gerald Best

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0831030046 ISBN 13: 9780831030049

Publisher: Howell North Press, 1980

Synopsis

Untold fortunes of gold lie beneath your feet as you stand contemplating the loveliest imaginable scenery. A narrow-gauge steam locomotive wanders by sending a friendly whistle toot your way. If you're a railroad enthusiast this experience may never be surpassed. If you're a historian you have glimpsed, in action, at a facet of westward expansion which had great impact on civilization in the last century. The NCNG was a short line which served California's northern mines. It had the highest bridges, most spectacular trestles, and the most dedicated supporters any line could want. It was as beloved during its long life as it is today in memory. As Gerald Best presents this story it is unique in railroad annals. There are at least ten pictures mile of track, including those of the mines, the colorful mining towns, the personnel of the railroad, and a complete photographic roster of all its locomotives, freight cars and passenger cars. Track diagrams and maps are also included. The NCNG was first run by a benevolent dictator, then by a woman, and then enjoyed its most prosperous days when it was saved by an unusual community effort. Even trolleys are involved in this encompassing history which describes the era of gold fortunes, personal journalism and determined, imaginative builders. This book gives as endearing short line mainline coverage - the NCNG deserves it.

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Edition details

• Publisher: Howell North Press
• Publication date: 1980
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0831030046
• ISBN 13: 9780831030049
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 214