Amtrak System The History and Politics of a National Railroad |
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Author:
| Nice, David C. |
Series title: | Explorations in Public Policy Ser. |
ISBN: | 978-1-55587-734-7 |
Publication Date: | Nov 1997 |
Publisher: | Lynne Rienner Publishers
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Book Format: | Hardback |
List Price: | USD $39.95USD $45.00 |
Book Description:
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A study of the history of Amtrak, this text reviews the circumstances, expectations, and politics that led to the creation of the USA's national passenger rail system from a collection of struggling private services. The complex politics and fiscal issues behind the service are also discussed.
A study of the history of Amtrak, this text reviews the circumstances, expectations, and politics that led to the creation of the USA's national passenger rail system from a collection of struggling private services. The complex politics and fiscal issues behind the service are also discussed.