This book is the story of the far-flung Southern Pacific Railroad system from Oregon to LA and then heads across Texas and the Deep Southwest for romantic New Orleans and of the Central Pacific Railroad that was its earliest component. It is the romantic story of yesterdays in Utah, Nevada and California. Approximately 900 photographs and illustrations (7 in colour), and maps. 121 of the photographs are by the noted railroad photographer, Richard Steinheimer. Third Printing 1966 Howell-North. Centennial Edition. Hardcover with protected dw which has rubbing. Inside in good condition. Binding tight.  631pp.  IM-FTWZ-GCZO