McCulloch’s Wonder The Story of the Kettle Valley Railway

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pp 260 including line maps and 32 glossy B&W plates, . “‘McCulloch’s Wonder’ is the story of the Kettle Valley Railway in British Columbia’s interior, often called the most difficult and expensive line of track on earth. This was a railway that turned straight into a massive wall of mountains and challenged nature. It dominated newspaper headlines for a quarter of a century and helped contribute to the rise and fall of half a dozen governments. Barrie Sanford’s lively account explores the birth and destruction of this railway and the fascinating life of Andrew McCulloch, the man behind the dream.”

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Book Information

Number of pages 260
Original Title McCulloch's Wonder: The Story of the Kettle Valley Railway
Published Date 1977
Book Condition Very Good
Jacket Condition Very Good
Binding Hardcover
Size 8vo
Place of Publication West Vancouver
Edition First edition
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pp 260 including line maps and 32 glossy B&W plates, . “‘McCulloch’s Wonder’ is the story of the Kettle Valley Railway in British Columbia’s interior, often called the most difficult and expensive line of track on earth. This was a railway that turned straight into a massive wall of mountains and challenged nature. It dominated newspaper headlines for a quarter of a century and helped contribute to the rise and fall of half a dozen governments. Barrie Sanford’s lively account explores the birth and destruction of this railway and the fascinating life of Andrew McCulloch, the man behind the dream.”

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Weight 1 kg