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SBN 06-080335-5 (US pbk)
non-fiction, conspiracy, social history, railroads, land barons, north america, united states
Illustrated. Introduction by Howard Zinn.
"In a very different kind of history book, Harvey Wasserman tells it like it was during the tumultuous years from the close of the Civil War until well into the twentieth century. Highly readable, free of the jargon that often obscures the history others pretend to describe, its controversial point of view is well illustrated with period prints, drawings, and cartoons." [jacket blurb, US pbk, 1975].
"The author demonstrates a wide-ranging familiarity with the era's writings and sprinkles the text with fascinating quotes ranging from Randolph Bourne to Indian wise men. The book can be read with pleasure...." -- (in Choice ).
"Harvey Wasserman's History of the United States is a rarity: a history book that is actually enjoyable to read." --Michael Rogers (in Rolling Stone ).
"How the railway paved the road to riches. Interesting read, and a story well told. Rail barons and property tycoons...intrigue and manipulation...power and greed. Real names and real gains!
"This is a fascinating and very readable insight into an important slice of north american social history. Although specific to an earlier era, this book provides a background to understanding the financial power basis of 20th century US society." --Henry W.Targowski (in Mark/Space , December 1997).
Recommended reading.
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