Railroaded: The Transcontinentals and the Making of Modern America

Author: Richard White

In 'Railroaded: The Transcontinentals and the Making of Modern America,' Richard White delves into the history of the transcontinental railroads, exploring how their construction shaped the economic and social landscape of the United States, often at the expense of the environment and indigenous populations.

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