This promotional book from the Union Pacific Railroad Company showcases the scenic attractions along the Overland Route from Chicago to California. The book includes numerous photographs, illustrations, and descriptions of the various stops along the way, highlighting the natural beauty and cultural landmarks of the American West. Originally published in 1889, this book provides a fascinating glimpse into the early days of American rail travel. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Includes entries for maps and atlases.