1971 Short Line to Paradise: Story of the Yosemite Valley Railroad Hank Johnston
Language: English
Published by United States, 1971
- Softcover
- Used
Seller: Bound Treasures, San Jose, CA, U.S.A.Bound Treasures
AbeBooks seller since March 22, 2026
Condition: Used - Near fine
£ 11.42
Quantity: 1 available
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This book is "Short Line to Paradise: The Story of the Yosemite Valley Railroad" by Hank Johnston. It is a comprehensive history of the Yosemite Valley Railroad, including its predecessor stagecoach line. The book is well-done and features black and white photos on almost every page, along with maps. It covers the railway route that hugged the Merced River through magnificent scenery and highlights romantic lineside industries, including gold mines and the steepest logging incline ever built. It also mentions the grand list of passengers, from presidents and celebrities to honeymooners. The book is in excellent condition. The interior pages show no writing or highlighting.
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Bibliographic details
- Title
- 1971 Short Line to Paradise: Story of the Yosemite Valley Railroad Hank Johnston
- Publisher
- United States
- Publication year
- 1971
- Condition
- Near fine
- Binding
- Soft cover
- Language
- English
- Item weight
- 32 ounces
Bound Treasures
San Jose, CA, U.S.A.
AbeBooks seller since March 22, 2026
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