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USA by Rail, 6th [Paperback]

John Pitt (Author)

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Paperback: 360 pages
Publisher: Bradt Travel Guides; Sixth edition (Oct 1 2005)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1841621277
ISBN-13: 978-1841621272
Product Dimensions: 21.3 x 13.5 x 2 cm
Shipping Weight: 408 g

Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (7 customer reviews)

Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #1,681,676 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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"The best guidebook for the journey." - Sunday Telegraph "An excellent publication. Essential reading." - Today's Railways

"The best guidebook for the journey." - Sunday Telegraph

"An excellent publication. Essential reading." - Today's Railways

"An excellent springboard to the many fascinating places to visit in North America. If you are travelling by rail in the States as a holiday, then this book is well worth its price." - Rail Magazine

"If you travel in the US (or Canada) by train, you'll find all you need here." - The Daily Telegraph

"From Boston to Washington, Chicago to Sacramento, New York to Miami and just about everywhere in between, the perfect train schedule is in this informative book. So pick it up and hop on board." - Footloose --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

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Trains have had a strong hold on the popular imagination, inspiring countless stories, songs, scandals, films, and legends. Their rugged charm sets them apart from more mundane means of transport and their low environmental impact is of particular current interest. Pampered by helpful attendants, you can travel from coast to coast, explore the Rocky Mountains and ride directly alongside two oceans. Author John Pitt, describes more than 37 routes crisscrossing the USA and shows how to make the most of your rail pass. Maps, sightseeing and accommodation tips make this guide essential reading for all rail travelers.

--This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

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The development of the United States in the 19th and early 20th centuries largely coincided with the epic story of its railroads. Read the first page

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5.0 out of 5 stars An inspiring read, Dec 17 2003

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This review is from: USA by Rail, 5th (Paperback)

I've used this book as a guide on several lengthy Amtrak journeys, including a tremendous cross-country route from Florida to Los Angeles, and also on VIA Rail trains in Canada. The tips for accommodation and sightseeing were particularly useful as it meant I didn't have to lug around too many other books as well. USA by Rail gives all kinds of information for the journey and to help when planning routes and bookings in advance. The amount of detail is truly impressive. There are even articles about the building of the railroads and about steam trains you can ride now. The maps are very good, too. More photographs would have been nice but this is a minor point. The book is essential for travelling by train anywhere in North America, especially if this is a new experience for you.

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5.0 out of 5 stars new edition, Oct 16 2003

James Castle (San Francisco, CA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: USA by Rail, 5th (Paperback)

The new edition of this book is the best yet, and the only guide I've found that's bang up to date. The maps and photographs look great and the text adds enormously to the interest of any train journey in the US and Canada.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Great guide!, Jan 31 2002

Rose@usa-by-rail.com (London. England) - See all my reviews

This is fine as an armchair read as well as to take on a cross-country trip. There are chapters that will fascinate the railroad buff but it's also a great guide for the general visitor, with very pertinent advice.

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