The first social and economic history of the founding era of American railroads. Drawing on vast research--especially in period newspapers--Miner identifies antebellum Americans' hopes and fears sparked by the introduction and adoption of the Iron Horse. Reveals how and why a free society adapts to rapid technological change.
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The first social and economic history of the founding era of American railroads. Drawing on vast research--especially in period newspapers--Miner identifies antebellum Americans' hopes and fears sparked by the introduction and adoption of the Iron Horse. Reveals how and why a free society adapts to rapid technological change.
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