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East Texas Logging Railroads: Images of Rail

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A Comprehensive Look at the Logging Railroads of East Texas

East Texas Logging Railroads: Images of Rail is a comprehensive look at the logging railroads that operated in East Texas from the late 1800s to the mid-1900s. The book features over 200 rare and unpublished photographs, maps, and documents that tell the story of these railroads and the men who worked on them.

The logging railroads of East Texas were a vital part of the region's economy. They hauled millions of tons of timber to sawmills and paper mills, and they played a major role in the development of the East Texas lumber industry. The railroads also had a significant impact on the social and cultural life of the region, and they left a lasting legacy that can still be seen today.

East Texas Logging Railroads (Images of Rail)

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East Texas Logging Railroads: Images of Rail is the first book to provide a comprehensive overview of these railroads. The book is divided into three parts.

The first part provides a history of the logging railroads of East Texas, from their beginnings in the late 1800s to their decline in the mid-1900s.
The second part features over 200 rare and unpublished photographs of logging railroads and the men who worked on them.
The third part includes maps, documents, and other materials that provide additional information about the logging railroads of East Texas.

East Texas Logging Railroads: Images of Rail is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of logging railroads, the East Texas lumber industry, or the social and cultural history of East Texas. The book is also a beautiful and evocative work of photography that captures the spirit of a bygone era.

Reviews

"East Texas Logging Railroads: Images of Rail is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of logging railroads or the East Texas lumber industry. The book is beautifully illustrated and provides a wealth of information about these railroads and the men who worked on them."

- John White, author of Logging Railroads of the South

"East Texas Logging Railroads: Images of Rail is a valuable addition to the literature on logging railroads. The book is well-researched and provides a comprehensive overview of these railroads. The photographs are stunning and capture the spirit of a bygone era."

- James A. Lewis, author of Logging Railroads of the Pacific Northwest

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East Texas Logging Railroads: Images of Rail is available from the University of Texas Press. To Free Download your copy, please visit the University of Texas Press website or call 1-800-252-3206.

East Texas Logging Railroads (Images of Rail)

4.9 out of 5