Description
Book SynopsisThese masterpieces, accompanied by detailed sections on stations, track pans, tunnels, and viaducts, capture a time when rail was king in New England, before cars, trucks, and planes became dominant.
Trade ReviewThis book, along with Volume 1..., belongs in the library of every serious rail historian. Railfan and Railroad 2005 No detail that is too insignificant to be omitted... as long as it had something to do with railroading. -- John P. Reilly, Editor Emeritus Sunday Hour 2005 Each map is carefully produced in exquisite detail... I give it the highest possible recommendation. -- Peter E. Lynch NHRHTA Bulletin 2005 Carpenter has done an outstanding job showing the railroad world of 1946. National Railway Bulletin 2004 An incredible wealth of information. -- Gregory Curtis American Reference Books Annual 2006 A fine addition to any rail fan's library, perfect for a long winter evening. -- Albert Churella Journal of Transport History 2006 An impressive accomplishment and will likely be well loved and well used by rail buffs and historians. -- Gordon Kennedy Cartographic Perspectives 2006
Table of ContentsIntroduction
How to Use This Atlas
Acknowledgments
The Atlas
Key Map
Map Symbols and Abbreviations
The Maps
Appendix: List of Railroads in the Atlas
Notes on the Maps
References
Indexes
Coaling Stations
Interlocking Stations and Former Interlocking Stations
Passenger and Non-passenger Stations
Tunnels
Viaducts
