Nothing Like It in the World: The Men Who Built the Transcontinental Railroad 1863–1869 by Stephen E. Ambrose

Nothing Like It in the World: The Men Who Built the Transcontinental Railroad 1863–1869 by Stephen E. Ambrose

In Nothing Like It in the World, acclaimed historian Stephen E. Ambrose tells the remarkable story of the visionaries, laborers, and dreamers who built the first transcontinental railroad—a project that united a nation and changed the course of American history.

From the struggles of Civil War veterans and immigrant workers to the ambition of powerful railroad magnates, Ambrose vividly captures the determination and daring that fueled this monumental achievement. Rich with detail and human drama, this book brings to life one of the most extraordinary engineering feats of the 19th century.

A sweeping, meticulously researched narrative by the bestselling author of Undaunted Courage and Band of Brothers.
Hardcover in excellent condition with dust jacket.