The Heart Of The Continent: An Historical And Descriptive Treatise For Business Men, Homeseekers And Tourists, Of The Advantages, Resources And Scenery Of The Great West

Chicago, Burlington & Quincy Railroad

Publication: Published by the Passenger Department, Chicago, Burlington & Quincy Railroad, 1882, Chicago

First edition. 61/2" x 4 1/2" in pictorial wrappers. 63 [1] pp., illustrated, map. 6 1/2" x 4 1/2" in pictorial wrappers. 63 [1] pp., illustrated, map. An attractive promotional booklet describing the route of the Chicago, Burlington and Quincy railroad from Chicago to Denver, covering the states of Illinois, Missouri, Iowa, Nebraska, Kansas, Wyoming and Colorado. Celebrates the natural wonders, resources, and business possibilities of the vast, vigorous, growing empire of the west and southwest, extolling the fertility of the river valleys, plains of grass, and grain in Kansas, Nebraska and Wyoming, suitable for sustaining herds and flocks, and touts the mining possibilities in the Rocky Mountains. Covers opportunities for the home seeker and the business man to consider these states for settlement. Also information for the tourist is provided. One-page map depicts the route of the Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railroad (the Great Burlington Route). Herd 714 says, "Rare." The woodcut illustrations are well done and of interest. Compiled from the original manuscript of Col. P. Donan. Light soiling to wrappers and with light wear to extremities. Very good plus.

Inventory Number: 52774