A History Of The Detroit Street Railways (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258477363)

""A History Of The Detroit Street Railways"" by Graeme O'Geran is a comprehensive book that details the evolution of Detroit's streetcar system from its inception in the late 19th century to its eventual decline in the mid-20th century. The book covers the various companies that operated the streetcars, the routes they took, and the impact they had on the city's development. It also delves into the social and economic factors that contributed to the rise and fall of the streetcar system, including the rise of automobiles and the decline of public transportation. The book is filled with historical photographs and maps that provide a visual representation of the streetcar system's growth and eventual demise. Overall, ""A History Of The Detroit Street Railways"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of public transportation in America and the role it played in shaping urban development.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Graeme O'Geran
ISBN-10: 125847736X
ISBN-13: 9781258477363
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 09/15/2012
Pages: 450
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.69lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.00d