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Anthracite Rebirth: Story of the Reading and Northern Railroad HBDJ History
Anthracite Rebirth: Story of the Reading and Northern Railroad
by Mike Bednar
The book features a unique look at railroad history, plenty of charm and insight, hard to find title, will look great in your collection.
Well done analysis of how the Reading, Blue Mountain & Northern Railroad worked to revitalize the regional railroad system in the anthracite coal region after the demise of Penn Central. The book provides an excellent history of the decline of the northeastern coal traffic, the brutal effect of Hurricane Agnes, and the resurrection of the line under Andy Muller, Jr. as new markets were found for hard coal and new industries were served. Illustrated throughout with color photos. With locomotive roster and maps. 124 pages.
Copyright 1998, stated 1st printing
Pages: 124 pages
Publisher: Garrigues House Pub
The book measures approx. 11 by 8 ½ inches. The hardcover is nice with some gentle wear and rubbing.The dustjacket is nice with light edge wear and rubbing. The spine end is good with light wear. The boards and corners are in good shape. The hinges and binding are tight and strong. The pages are very nice with some minor wear, book is nice. Shipping weight is 4 pounds
Inventory: Byron129FG
