American Trains will take you on a journey across the country's greatest and most historic railways through fascinating stories and photos. This book covers everything from old mining rails and freight lines to scenic routes and public transportation systems . Learn about the first mountain-climbing cog railway , the fight to keep the San Francisco cable cars running, and more lines that shaped the nation . Explore the rail industry's golden age through vintage maps , ads , and postcards . Highlights steam , diesel , and electric trains . Full-color and archival photos . Hardcover, 144 pages.