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Rio Grande Memories

$46.00

Rio Grande Memories by John B. Norwood, First Edition. copyright 1991. Hardcover. 192 pages. Operations and stories of the Rio Grande. In the third of the series of books, adventurer-photographer-railroader John Norwood takes the reader track side for insights and inspirations into the workings of the Denver & Rio Grande Western Railroad. In this volume, John combines the standard gauge portion of the line with the narrow gauge portion, weaving an on-going story that will enlighten and delight you. This 192-page book is divided into six chapters beginning with the railroad's official photographer, William H. Jackson. Following that are chapters on Stations, Famous Locations, Disasters, Passenger Trains and Equipment. Each chapter delves into specific times and locations on the Rio Grande to help tell the railroad's - and John's - story. Several hundred black and white and color photos add visual intrigue to the text, and a detailed index helps you find what you want to know. Come alone with John as he explains what the Rio Grande was all about.