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Asphalt and Politics : A History of the American Highway System Paperback / softback
by Thomas L. Karnes
Paperback / softback
Description
From animal paths to superhighways, transportation has been the backbone of American expansion and growth.
This examination of the interstate highway system in the United States, and the forces that shaped it, includes the introduction of the automobile, the Good Roads Movement, and the Lincoln Highway Association.
The book offers an analysis of state and federal road funding, modern road-building options, and the successes and failures of the current highway system. Instructors considering this book for use in a course may request an examination copy here.
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Available to Order - This title is available to order, with delivery expected within 2 weeks
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:223 pages, 27 photos, glossary, notes, bibliography, index
- Publisher:McFarland & Co Inc
- Publication Date:28/10/2009
- Category:
- ISBN:9780786442829
Information
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Available to Order - This title is available to order, with delivery expected within 2 weeks
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:223 pages, 27 photos, glossary, notes, bibliography, index
- Publisher:McFarland & Co Inc
- Publication Date:28/10/2009
- Category:
- ISBN:9780786442829