Building A Railroad : Kessinger Publishing : 9781436794121 : 1436794129 : 29 Jun 2008 : Building A Railroad is a comprehensive handbook written by the American Hoist and Derrick Company in 1914. The book is dedicated to introducing a new, speedy, and economical method of constructing a railroad from grading the right-of-way to ballasting and maintaining the track. The book covers a wide range of topics related to railroad construction, including the selection and use of machinery and tools, the planning and execution of grading and excavation work, the laying of track and ballast, and the maintenance of the completed railroad. The authors of the book provide detailed instructions and illustrations for each step of the construction process, making it an invaluable resource for anyone involved in the building of a railroad. They also offer insights into the latest innovations and techniques in the field, including the use of steam shovels, locomotives, and other heavy machinery. Overall,