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Story of the First Trans-Continental Railroad
Step into the captivating saga of the Trans-Continental Railroad, where ambition meets innovation. This podcast explores the intricate planning and monumental construction that spanned decades, beginning with visionary proposals from the late 1700s aimed at connecting the Atlantic to the Pacific. Discover the groundbreaking ideas of 1819, which imagined steam-powered carriages traversing the nation. As interest surged in the early 1800s, we dive into the complexities of costs and construction…
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- Story of the First Trans-Continental Railroad
Covered Wagon-Emerson Hough
Covered Wagon by Emerson Hough. "Look at 'em come, Jesse! More and more! Must be forty or fifty families." It is the story of a wagon train bound for the west…
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Sinking of the Titanic and Great Sea Disasters-Logan Marshall
Sinking of the Titanic and Great Sea Disasters by Logan Marshall. Featured on Story of the First Trans-Continental Railroad. This episode includes AI-generated…
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Cruise of the Snark-Jack London
Cruise of the Snark by Jack London. The Cruise of the Snark (1913) is a memoir of Jack and Charmian London's 1907-1909 voyage across the Pacific. His…
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Sea and the Jungle-Henry Major Tomlinson
Sea and the Jungle by Henry Major Tomlinson. Bored with his unfulfilling job in London, Tomlinson boards the steamer "Capella" at Swansea and embarks on a…
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Gems of the Northwest-Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul Railway Company
Gems of the Northwest by Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul Railway Company. Complete Title: "Gems of the Northwest: A Brief Description of Prominent Places of…
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Story of the Atlantic Cable-Sir Charles Bright
Story of the Atlantic Cable by Sir Charles Bright. The electric telegraph, together with the railway-train and the steamship, constituted the three most…
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Story of the Atlantic Telegraph-Henry M. Field
Story of the Atlantic Telegraph by Henry M. Field. Cyrus W. Field had a dream: to link the Old World of Britain and Europe to that of the New World of North…
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Trips in the Life of a Locomotive Engineer-Henry Dawson
Trips in the Life of a Locomotive Engineer by Henry Dawson. This episode includes AI-generated content.
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Railroads from the Investor's View Point-Federal Securities Corporation
Railroads from the Investor's View Point by Federal Securities Corporation. This episode includes AI-generated content.
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When Railroads Were New-Charles Frederick Carter
When Railroads Were New by Charles Frederick Carter. This episode includes AI-generated content.
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Story of the First Trans-Continental Railroad-William Francis Bailey
"Story of the First Trans-Continental Railroad" by William Francis Bailey offers a compelling exploration of one of America's most significant engineering…
- Story of the First Trans-Continental Railroad
Early explorations in New South Wales A collection-Richard Hind Cambage, John Price
"Early Explorations in New South Wales" is a compelling collection by Richard Hind Cambage and John Price that delves into the pioneering journeys in one of…
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Chancellorsville and Gettysburg-Abner Doubleday
"Chancellorsville and Gettysburg-Abner Doubleday" delves into the pivotal battles of the Civil War, focusing on the strategic mind and leadership of Abner…
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Devotions upon Emergent Occasions-John Donne
"Devotions upon Emergent Occasions" by John Donne is a profound exploration of faith and the human condition, reflecting on the trials and tribulations that…
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Religio Medici and Hydriotaphia-Thomas Browne
"Religio Medici and Hydriotaphia" by Thomas Browne is a profound exploration of faith, philosophy, and the human condition, reflecting on the intersection of…
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Three Dialogues between Hylas and Philonous-George Berkeley
"Three Dialogues between Hylas and Philonous" by George Berkeley presents a philosophical exchange that delves into the nature of reality, perception, and…
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First Two Stuarts and the Puritan Revolution 1603-1660-Samuel Rawson Gardiner
"First Two Stuarts and the Puritan Revolution 1603-1660" by Samuel Rawson Gardiner delves into a transformative period in English history, exploring the reigns…
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Curtiss Aviation Book-Glenn Curtiss, Augustus Post
"Curtiss Aviation Book-Glenn Curtiss, Augustus Post" delves into the pioneering contributions of Glenn Curtiss and Augustus Post to the field of aviation…
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History of the Thirty Years War, Volume 2-Friedrich Schiller
"History of the Thirty Years War, Volume 2" by Friedrich Schiller delves into the complexities and tumult of one of Europe's most devastating conflicts…
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History of Minnesota and Tales of the Frontier, Part 1-Charles E. Flandrau
"History of Minnesota and Tales of the Frontier, Part 1" by Charles E. Flandrau delves into the rich and compelling narrative of Minnesota's early days and the…
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Art of Worldly Wisdom-Baltasar Gracián
"Art of Worldly Wisdom" by Baltasar Gracián is a timeless collection of maxims and reflections that delves into the intricacies of human behavior, strategy…
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Story of the First Trans-Continental Railroad-William Francis Bailey
"Story of the First Trans-Continental Railroad" by William Francis Bailey offers a compelling exploration of one of America's most significant engineering…
- Story of the First Trans-Continental Railroad
Soren Kierkegaard, Various Readings-Various
"Soren Kierkegaard, Various Readings-Various" presents a collection of insights from one of the most influential philosophers of the 19th century…
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Destination Of Man-Johann Gottlieb Fichte
"Destination Of Man" by Johann Gottlieb Fichte delves into the philosophical exploration of human purpose and destiny. Fichte's thought-provoking ideas…
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When Railroads Were New-Charles Frederick Carter
"When Railroads Were New" by Charles Frederick Carter offers a vivid exploration of the transformative era when railroads began to reshape the American…
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Stories of the Lifeboat-Frank Mundell
"Stories of the Lifeboat-Frank Mundell" invites listeners to explore profound narratives that resonate with the human experience. This collection captures the…
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Story of the First Trans-Continental Railroad-William Francis Bailey
"Story of the First Trans-Continental Railroad" by William Francis Bailey delves into the monumental achievement of connecting the East and West coasts of the…
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Explorer in the Air Service-Hiram Bingham
"Explorer in the Air Service-Hiram Bingham" delves into the life and adventures of Hiram Bingham, a remarkable figure who made significant contributions to…
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Tamburlaine the Great, Part 1-Christopher Marlowe
"Tamburlaine the Great, Part 1" by Christopher Marlowe is a powerful exploration of ambition, power, and the human spirit, centered around the rise of the…
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Rasputin and the Russian Revolution-Catherine Radziwill
Rasputin and the Russian Revolution by Catherine Radziwill delves into the tumultuous period of Russia's transformation during the early 20th century…
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Footnote to History Eight Years of Trouble in Samoa-Robert Louis Stevenson
"Footnote to History: Eight Years of Trouble in Samoa" by Robert Louis Stevenson delves into the tumultuous events surrounding the political and social…
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History of the Kingdom of Siam-François-Henri Turpin
"History of the Kingdom of Siam" by François-Henri Turpin offers a detailed exploration of the rich and complex history of Siam, now known as Thailand. This…
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Examination into the Leading Principles of the Federal Constitution-Noah Webster
Noah Webster's "Examination into the Leading Principles of the Federal Constitution" delves into the foundational ideas that shaped the United States'…
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Trips in the Life of a Locomotive Engineer-Henry Dawson
"Trips in the Life of a Locomotive Engineer" by Henry Dawson offers a captivating glimpse into the daily experiences and challenges faced by a locomotive…
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Road-Hilaire Belloc
"Road-Hilaire Belloc" invites listeners to explore the life and thoughts of one of the early 20th century's most influential writers and thinkers. Belloc's…
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Story of the First Trans-Continental Railroad-William Francis Bailey
"Story of the First Trans-Continental Railroad" by William Francis Bailey offers a compelling exploration of one of America's most significant engineering…
- Story of the First Trans-Continental Railroad
King and Parliament (A.D. 1603-1714)-George Henry Wakeling
"King and Parliament (A.D. 1603-1714)" by George Henry Wakeling delves into the intricate relationship between the monarchy and legislative authority during a…
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History Of Egypt, Chaldea, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, Vol. 1-Gaston Maspero
"History Of Egypt, Chaldea, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, Vol. 1" by Gaston Maspero offers a comprehensive exploration of the ancient civilizations that…
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Discourses on the First Decade of Titus Livius, Book 2-Niccolò Machiavelli
"Discourses on the First Decade of Titus Livius, Book 2" by Niccolò Machiavelli delves into the political and military strategies of ancient Rome as chronicled…
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Knickerbocker's History of New York, Vol. 2-Washington Irving
"Knickerbocker's History of New York, Vol. 2" by Washington Irving continues the satirical exploration of New York's early days, capturing the spirit and…
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History of the United States, Vol. IV The West and Jacksonian Democracy-Charles Austin Beard, Mary Ritter Beard
"History of the United States, Vol. IV The West and Jacksonian Democracy" by Charles Austin Beard and Mary Ritter Beard delves into the transformative period…
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Report of the Airship ''Hindenburg'' Accident Investigation-United States Department of Commerce
The "Report of the Airship 'Hindenburg' Accident Investigation" by the United States Department of Commerce delves into the tragic events surrounding the…
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Imperialism and World Politics, Part 3 of 4-Parker Thomas Moon
"Imperialism and World Politics, Part 3 of 4" by Parker Thomas Moon delves into the intricate dynamics of imperialism and its profound impact on global…
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Deep Water Voyage-Paul Eve Stevenson
"Deep Water Voyage" by Paul Eve Stevenson invites listeners on a profound journey that explores themes of adventure, resilience, and discovery. This…
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Galateo-Giovanni della Casa
"Galateo-Giovanni della Casa" is a timeless exploration of etiquette and social conduct, penned by the influential Italian writer Giovanni della Casa. This…
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Chronicles of Canada Volume 32 - The Railway Builders A Chronicle of Overland Highways-Oscar D. Skelton
"Chronicles of Canada Volume 32" by Oscar D. Skelton delves into the remarkable story of the Railway Builders and their pivotal role in establishing overland…
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Western Boundary, and Other Essays-Helmuth Karl Bernhard Graf von Moltke
"Western Boundary, and Other Essays" by Helmuth Karl Bernhard Graf von Moltke presents a collection of thought-provoking essays that delve into themes of…
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Capture of Fort William and Mary-Charles Lathrop Parsons
"Capture of Fort William and Mary" by Charles Lathrop Parsons delves into a pivotal moment in American history, highlighting the strategic significance of the…
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Captain Cook-Walter Besant
"Captain Cook" by Walter Besant delves into the life and adventures of the legendary explorer James Cook, whose voyages reshaped our understanding of the…
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Story of the First Trans-Continental Railroad-William Francis Bailey
"Story of the First Trans-Continental Railroad" by William Francis Bailey offers a compelling exploration of one of America's most significant engineering…
- Story of the First Trans-Continental Railroad
First Men in the Moon-H. G. Wells
"First Men in the Moon" by H. G. Wells takes listeners on an imaginative journey as humanity reaches beyond the confines of Earth to explore the lunar…
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Fundamental Principles of the Metaphysic of Morals-Immanuel Kant
Immanuel Kant's "Fundamental Principles of the Metaphysic of Morals" delves into the foundational concepts of ethics and moral philosophy, presenting a…
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Narrative of a Revolutionary Soldier Some of the Adventures, Dangers, and Sufferings of Joseph Plumb Martin-Joseph Plumb Martin
Narrative of a Revolutionary Soldier recounts the harrowing experiences of Joseph Plumb Martin during the American Revolutionary War, detailing his adventures…
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History Of Egypt, Chaldea, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, Vol. 4-Gaston Maspero
"History Of Egypt, Chaldea, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, Vol. 4" by Gaston Maspero delves into the rich and intricate histories of some of the most…
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Chronicles of Canada Volume 19 - Pathfinders of the Great Plains-Lawrence J. Burpee
"Chronicles of Canada Volume 19" by Lawrence J. Burpee delves into the rich tapestry of the Great Plains, offering a compelling exploration of the region's…
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Underground Railroad, Part 4-William Still
"Underground Railroad, Part 4-William Still" delves into the remarkable contributions of William Still, a key figure in the Underground Railroad who played a…
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Lecture on Artificial Flight-William G. Krueger
"Lecture on Artificial Flight" by William G. Krueger delves into the fascinating concept of artificial flight, exploring the principles and innovations that…
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Germany Before the War-Napoleon-Eugène Beyens
"Germany Before the War" by Eugène Beyens offers a compelling exploration of the socio-political landscape of Germany on the brink of monumental change…
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Magic of the Horse-Shoe-Robert Means Lawrence
Magic of the Horse-Shoe by Robert Means Lawrence delves into the rich symbolism and cultural significance of the horseshoe, exploring its enduring association…
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Wonders of the Invisible World, and A Farther Account of the Tryals of the New England Witches-Cotton Mather, Increase Mather
"Wonders of the Invisible World, and A Farther Account of the Tryals of the New England Witches" by Cotton Mather and Increase Mather delves into the fervent…