Full Steam Ahead

by Rhoda Blumberg and Blumberg &. Hunt

Book Overview

Influenced both by the Gold Rush and the Civil War, America came to realize that a link to the far West was vital. In the mid-1800s, the Union Pacific railroad company, along with their rival, the Central Pacific company, raced to cover the most ground before meeting at Promontory Summit, Utah in 1869. Blumberg vividly evokes the people, places, danger and perseverance surrounding an American milestone. Over 70 period illus. Young Adult.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0792227158
• ISBN13: 9780792227151
• Release Date: April 1996
• Publisher: National Geographic Kids
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 1.96 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 8.8" x 11.2"
• Age Range: 10 to 14 years
• Grade Range: Grades 5 to 9

Customer Reviews

Brings experience to life!

Rhoda Blumberg brings in the many aspects, peoples, andcultures involved in building the transcontinental railroad, andconsiders it from many view points. A wonderful way to learn about this important part of American history.