The Louisville and Nashville Railroad, 1850-1963

A classic and thorough history of an American institution.

~Bookman News, Library Booknotes

Interesting and well illustrated. It should be a welcome gift for anyone who likes to read about railroads or the history of those states connected by the L & N Railroad.

~Bowling Green Daily News

This is the best history of the L&N.

~Bulletin of the Railroad Station Historical Society

Provides a well-written and richly detailed narrative of the evolution of America's railroads of the world they did so much to shape.

~Carlos Schwantes

A 'jewel' in railroad history.

~McCormick (SC) Messenger

Illustrated with a veritable treasure trove of photographs and drawings spanning the life of the company.

~R. Lyle Key Jr.

An important work for Tennessee and railroad history.

~Tennessee Librarian

Herr has the knack for telling some fascinating tales about the L&N and its service territory.

~Historian

A lively and broad look at 'The Old Reliable.'

~Trains

It is a welcome event that this book is once again available.

~Anniston (AL) Star