#967
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Last Train to Paradise
Henry Flagler and the Spectacular Rise and Fall of the Railroad that Crossed an Ocean
Book • 2002
This book chronicles the extraordinary story of the construction and operation of the railroad from Miami to Key West, often referred to as 'Flagler’s Folly'.
It details the engineering challenges, the personal struggles of Henry Flagler, and the impact of the railroad on Florida and Key West.
The narrative also includes a gripping account of the devastating 1935 hurricane that destroyed much of the railroad.
The book blends historical facts with engaging storytelling, capturing the era and the characters involved in this monumental engineering feat.
It details the engineering challenges, the personal struggles of Henry Flagler, and the impact of the railroad on Florida and Key West.
The narrative also includes a gripping account of the devastating 1935 hurricane that destroyed much of the railroad.
The book blends historical facts with engaging storytelling, capturing the era and the characters involved in this monumental engineering feat.
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David Senra in relation to another book by the same author who wrote "Meet You in Hell."
David Senra in relation to another book by the same author who wrote "Meet You in Hell."
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#283 Andrew Carnegie
Mentioned by David Senra in the context of learning more about Standard Oil and its impact on the American economy.
David Senra in the context of learning more about Standard Oil and its impact on the American economy.105 snips
#253 Henry Goldman (Goldman Sachs)
