Bibliograph

The Transcontinental Railroad, by Christine Zuchora-Walske

Type

Label

The Transcontinental Railroad, by Christine Zuchora-Walske

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (page 47) and index

Illustrations

illustrationsmaps

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

The Transcontinental Railroad

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

960411952

Responsibility statement

by Christine Zuchora-Walske

Series statement

The Wild West

Summary

"The time of westward expansion in the 1800s has become a legendary era in American history. Tales of cowboys, outlaws, and frontier adventures still resonate in popular culture. The Wild West [series] separates myth from reality, bringing to life the triumphs, tragedies, and colorful characters that shaped the West. Learn how this eventful period in US history helped make the nation what it is today." -- Page [4] cover

Table Of Contents

The road to the railroad -- The Central Pacific railroad -- The Union Pacific railroad -- Promontory Summit and beyond

Target audience

primary

Classification