Rails to the Rim: Milepost Guide to the Grand Canyon Railway

Al Richmond

ISBN 10: 0933269323 / ISBN 13: 9780933269323

Published by Grand Canyon Railway, 1994

About this Item

Signed by author Al Richmond. 1996 revised edition. Annotated mileage logs, maps and photos. Local geography and history. Ships on same or next business day in secure packaging with tracking/delivery confirmation. Inv. Ref. V05.

Seller Inventory # V05-4RT55-008

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Rails to the Rim: Milepost Guide to the Grand Canyon Railway
• Publisher: Grand Canyon Railway
• Publication Date: 1994
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0933269323
• ISBN 13: 9780933269323
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: Fine
• Signed: Signed by Author(s)
• Seller catalogs:
  • Railroads, Rivers & Canals

About this title

Synopsis

The Grand Canyon Railway cannot be considered a simple spur line from Williams to the Grand Canyon. A panoply of interrelated events have combined to make it what it is today. This milepost guide will give the reader some insight into its history and surroundings, as well as a description of the points of interest to be seen along the right-of-way keyed to the railroad mileposts. Also covered are the geology of the area, photo locations, and the wildlife and plants and trees which can be found on or near the route. Chapter 3, which is the guide itself, is printed in larger than usual type so it can be easily read while the train is in motion. Each description will tell the reader about the natural or human history pertinent to that location. It’s a good idea to read ahead and watch for anything that is of interest. Lastly, the history of the rebuilding of today’s Grand Canyon Railway with detailed descriptions of the company’s motive power and rolling stock adds to the narrative. [Revised Edition]