Railroads: Their Origin and Problems. Revised Edition, With Appendix.

Charles Francis Adams, Jr.

Published by G.P. Putnam s Sons, New York, 1888

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Railroads: Their Origin and Problems. Revised Edition, With Appendix. By Charles Francis Adams, Jr. and printed in New York City by G.P. Putnam s Sons. 1888, 230 pp, 7.75 x 5.25 , 8vo, hardcover green cloth. In fair condition, with rubbing and wear to boards and spine. First end page detached but included. Stamp from previous owned on title page. Hinges remain in good condition with minor wear. Small section of pages in middle of book loose at bottom. General age-related toning to pages, along with periodic foxing and wear. Please see photographs and ask any questions prior to purchasing. A scarce, late 19th Century piece on the origin and development of railroads, along with their purported issues. By Charles Francis Adams, Jr., (1835-1915), a Union Army officer and railroad regulator and executive. COLU1888ABCX-0823-aj0328. Seller Inventory # COLU1888ABCX-0823-aj0328

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Title: Railroads: Their Origin and Problems. ...

Publisher: G.P. Putnam s Sons, New York

Publication Date: 1888

Binding: Hardcover

Condition: Good

Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket

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