Iron Rails, Iron Men, and the Race to Link the Nation: The Story of the Transcontinental Railroad
School year: Year 6, Year 7, Year 8
No. of pages 224
Published: 2015
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"Iron Rails, Iron Men, and the Race to Link the Nation" by Martin W. Sandler tells the gripping story of the construction of the Transcontinental Railroad, a monumental achievement in American history. The narrative unfolds against the backdrop of the mid-19th century, detailing the challenges faced by workers, the intense competition between companies, and the hazards of the rugged terrain. Sandler vividly portrays the diverse groups involved, from Irish and Chinese laborers to visionary leaders, highlighting their struggles and triumphs. The book captures the transformative impact of the railway on the nation, symbolizing progress and unity while addressing the conflicts it generated. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is aimed at children at US 5th grade+.
This book has been graded for interest at 10 years.
There are 224 pages in this book. This book was published in 2015 by Candlewick Press, U. S. .
Martin W. Sandler is the author of more than 50 books, two of which have been nominated for the Pulitzer Prize. His book, The Story of American Photography / An Illustrated History for Young People (Little Brown) received The Horn Book Award. Mr. Sandler has also won seven Emmys for his television work and has taught American history and American studies at both the University of Massachusetts and Smith College.