Yes- I recommend both- not that you asked. [:-^]
I usually don’t voice a strong opinion either way, but I have to disagree on this one. I think the Rock Island would have been better off merging with the Katy.
I enjoyed both books.
Ed
Sorry about that, for some reason my original post did not come through. [:(]
I have read both books and enjoyed them immensely, especially Main Lines. My original question was regarding the accuracy of the information presented? I don’t know enough about the subject matter to know if everything presented is accurate and wanted to find out from some of the many knowledgeable folks here their take on the author and these books.
I am not a railroad professional, but have been interested in the industry for several decades and didnt see very many errors in the books.
Overall, the books seemed to accurately represent the consolidation of the industry the past 75 years.
Ed
Threads like this will drive one to drink.[D][D][D][D][B][B][B][:'(]
Sam is correct, review of such volumes has resulted in the alienation of many a brain cell.
As for accuracy, the books do jibe with others works in my library so, yes, they are the real deal. For comparison read Railroad Mergers History Analysis Insight by Frank N. Wilner.
Sam,
Whatever the truth is here; one is certain:
One may be driven to drink, BUT NEVER drink and drive! [tdn]
Has anyone read Wilner’s book? Do we have a forum member that can provide a book review? I am going to order it thru the inter library loan.
Ed
Yes. It is about as dry as desert sand but has all of the pertinent facts pertaining to mergers, proposed mergers and the outcomes of actual mergers. If you are serious about the subject of railroad history then it belongs on your shelf.