Wilmington & Raleigh Rail Road Company, 1, Paperback by Burke, James C., ISBN 0786465050, ISBN-13 9780786465057, Like New Used, Free shipping in the US

"A marvel of civil engineering by the standards of the day, the railroad constituted a tour de force of organization, finance and political will that risked the fortunes of individuals and the credit of the state. This study chronicles the project from its inception, exploring its impact on subsequent railroad development in North Carolina and its significance"--Provided by publisher.