This handsome catalogue offers a fascinating glimpse into the American West of the late 19th century. It features hundreds of stereoscopic photographs that capture the majestic natural beauty and the human labor involved in building the Union Pacific Railroad. Stephen James Sedgwick, a renowned photographer and scholar, was a key member of the photographic corps that documented this epic feat of engineering and exploration. This book is a treasure trove of historical, cultural, and artistic value.

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