The Last Spike: The Epic Journey of the Great Railway 1881-1885
Author: Pierre Berton
Publisher: McClelland & Stewart
4.6 out of 5
| Language | : | English |
| File size | : | 2793 KB |
| Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
| Screen Reader | : | Supported |
| Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
| Word Wise | : | Enabled |
| Print length | : | 498 pages |
| X-Ray for textbooks | : | Enabled |
| Hardcover | : | 340 pages |
| Item Weight | : | 1.89 pounds |
| Dimensions | : | 6.1 x 1.4 x 9.25 inches |
| Paperback | : | 620 pages |
Publication Date: 1971
: 9780771018746
Genre: Canadian history, railway history
Length: 384 pages
The Last Spike is the epic story of the building of the Canadian Pacific Railway, a monumental undertaking that spanned four years and crossed some of the most rugged and unforgiving terrain in North America.
Drawing from first-hand accounts and meticulous research, historian Pierre Berton brings to life the stories of the engineers, laborers, and Indigenous peoples whose lives were forever changed by this transformative project.
The Last Spike is a gripping tale of adventure, adversity, and triumph. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Canadian history, railway history, or the indomitable spirit of human endeavor.
Reviews
"The Last Spike is a classic of Canadian literature. Berton's masterful storytelling brings to life the epic journey of building the Canadian Pacific Railway, a project that shaped the destiny of our nation." - Margaret Atwood
"A gripping tale of adventure, adversity, and triumph. The Last Spike is a must-read for anyone interested in Canadian history, railway history, or the indomitable spirit of human endeavor." - Globe and Mail
"Berton's writing is as vivid and evocative as the landscape he describes. The Last Spike is a powerful and moving account of one of the greatest engineering feats in history." - Toronto Star
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4.6 out of 5
| Language | : | English |
| File size | : | 2793 KB |
| Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
| Screen Reader | : | Supported |
| Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
| Word Wise | : | Enabled |
| Print length | : | 498 pages |
| X-Ray for textbooks | : | Enabled |
| Hardcover | : | 340 pages |
| Item Weight | : | 1.89 pounds |
| Dimensions | : | 6.1 x 1.4 x 9.25 inches |
| Paperback | : | 620 pages |
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| Language | : | English |
| File size | : | 2793 KB |
| Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
| Screen Reader | : | Supported |
| Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
| Word Wise | : | Enabled |
| Print length | : | 498 pages |
| X-Ray for textbooks | : | Enabled |
| Hardcover | : | 340 pages |
| Item Weight | : | 1.89 pounds |
| Dimensions | : | 6.1 x 1.4 x 9.25 inches |
| Paperback | : | 620 pages |
