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Jan 7, 2025 - Books
The Garbely Publishing Company - All Scales - New Softcover Books
Dear PWRS Customers;
The Garbely Publishing Company is excited to announce New Softcover Books
Description
by Rudy Garbely
Pages: ~120
Format: 6"x9" spiral bound softcover
Blending meticulous research with vivid storytelling, this book provides insights into the unique circumstances of the Lehigh Valley Railroad and the challenges and triumphs it faced during its final decade of operations. This book dives into the Lehigh Valley's financial struggles, industry and regulatory changes, and the various proposed alternatives to the eventual 1976 merger of six railroads that reshaped the American rail system. With over a year and a half of academic research in historical collections, original Lehigh Valley Railroad documents, and interviews with historical figures, author Rudy Garbely highlights the railroad's changing operations, its key players, and the socio-economic factors that contributed to the Lehigh Valley's decline. Through the lens of the Lehigh Valley Railroad, Garbely further examines the larger financial, operational, and political challenges that plagued the region's rail industry and ultimately led to the necessity of Conrail.
From the transition to Conrail to the lasting impact of its legacy, Garbely offers both a tribute to and a critical examination of the Lehigh Valley's waning years while providing a broader understanding of the transformation of American railroading in the 1970s. The text is supplemented with multiple appendixes, including Lehigh Valley Railroad financial documentation and a locomotive roster. This book is an essential read for all railroad historians, industry professionals, and anyone interested in the dramatic transformation of U.S. railroads during one of the most turbulent periods in their history.
This is a revised and reformatted version of Garbely's book Lehigh Valley: The Final Years, 1965-1976, which was released in 2013 and has been out of print for several years. Many of the photos originally published in that book have been reprinted by other publishers in the intervening decade, so this title contains just the revised and updated text from Garbely's book in a smaller 6"x9" format.
Order Due Date: March 1, 2025
Anticipated Delivery Date: May 2025
Description
by Neil P. Finch & Carolyn Hoffman
Pages: ~80
Format: 8.5"x11" softcover
The fifth in a series of titles covering the Susquehanna, this book features over 150 previously unpublished color photos showcasing the railroad’s major Northern Division territorial expansion in the 1980s and 1990s. Coverage includes both freight and excursion operations on the former Lackawanna Utica and Syracuse Branches north of Binghamton from the 1980s into the 2000s. These are some of the most scenic and least-photographed portions of the NYS&W, and through expertly curated images and accompanying captions, authors Finch and Hoffman delve into the railroad's pivotal role in maintaining rail service to communities and industries across upstate New York. Railroad enthusiasts, history buffs, and fans of upstate New York will find Volume 5 a compelling addition to this popular book series.
Order Due Date: August 1, 2025
Anticipated Delivery Date: October 2025
Description
by Jeremy F. Plant and Jeffrey G. Plant
Pages: ~80
Format: 8.5"x11" softcover
Immerse yourself in the final, transformative years of one of America’s most iconic railroads with the photography of prolific authors by Jeremy F. Plant and Jeffrey G. Plant. This full-color photo book is a visual celebration of the Chicago & North Western Railway's rich history during its last 25 years of operation.
Through stunning photographs and insightful commentary, the book captures the railroad's evolution from a struggling 1970s regional railroad through its eventual merger into Union Pacific. The images vividly depict the C&NW’s diverse locomotives, bustling freight yards, scenic routes, and the dedicated people who kept the railroad alive. From the dramatic challenges of the 1970s to the modernization efforts of the 1980s and its final days in the 1990s, this book provides a compelling photographic narrative of resilience, innovation, and change.
Perfect for railfans, historians, and photography enthusiasts, The Last Three Decades of the Chicago & North Western offers an unforgettable journey through a pivotal chapter of American railroading history. Whether you’re reminiscing about the iconic yellow-and-green locomotives or discovering this era for the first time, this book is a must-have addition to your collection.
Order Due Date: April 1, 2025
Anticipated Delivery Date: June 2025
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