Nothing Like it in the World
Nothing Like it in the World
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2000
Book Brief
432
Book • Nonfiction
Western United States • 1860s
2000
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Stephen Ambrose's Nothing Like it in the World: The Men Who Built the Transcontinental Railroad, 1863-1869 narrates the monumental construction of America's first transcontinental railroad, focusing on the efforts of surveyors, capitalists, and workers who faced severe challenges such as difficult terrain, harsh weather, labor shortages, and resistance from Native American tribes.
Informative
Inspirational
Adventurous
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Stephen Ambrose's Nothing Like it in the World has received mixed reviews. Praised for its compelling storytelling and thorough research on the construction of the transcontinental railroad, the book captivates history enthusiasts. Critics, however, note occasional factual inaccuracies and a somewhat romanticized portrayal of historical events, which may affect its scholarly reliability.
Who Should Read Nothing Like it in the World?
Readers who savor meticulously researched historical narratives, particularly those who enjoyed David McCullough's The Great Bridge or Doris Kearns Goodwin's Team of Rivals, would find Nothing Like it in the World by Stephen Ambrose captivating. It appeals to enthusiasts of American history and monumental engineering feats.
15,464 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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432
Book • Nonfiction
Western United States • 1860s
2000
Adult
18+ years
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