Vermont's Granite Railroads: The Montpelier and Wells River and the Barre and Chelsea

Fascinating history of the shortlines that served Vermont's granite industry for many years, including the Montpelier & Wells River and the Barre and Chelsea as well as the steepest adhesion railway east of the Mississippi. The book chronicles the development and year to year operation of this network of lines as well as providing insight into the techniques used to quarry granite. Illustrated with over 300 black and white photos. With rosters, maps, extensive bibliography and index.