Empire Express
by David Haward Bain
Rate this book:
No club is reading this yet — be the first to start one
About
"Beginning in 1842 with a visionary's dream to span the continent with a single railroad line, Empire Express captures three dramatic decades in which the United States effectively doubled in size, fought three wars, and began to discover a new national identity.
Culminating in the driving of the Golden Spike in the Utah desert in 1869, which touched off a frenzy of celebration, the narrative ends in 1873 in Washington under the Capitol rotunda, with the crushing fall of a popular politician and the exposure of a powerful, hidden railroad lobby - a scandal, which, for half a year, dominated the press and the country's imagination."--BOOK JACKET.
Discuss Empire Express with other readers
Join or start a book club for Empire Express on Readfeed. Live chat, shared reading progress, and AI discussion questions — free to get started.
Frequently asked questions
How do I join a book club for Empire Express?
Sign up free on Readfeed, then browse public clubs or start your own club with Empire Express as the current read. Invite friends with a share link and discuss together with live chat and AI discussion questions.
Can I discuss Empire Express with other readers online?
Yes. Readfeed book clubs let you chat live, share progress, and join discussions about Empire Express with readers worldwide — whether your club is virtual, in-person, or hybrid.
Is Readfeed free?
Yes. Creating an account and joining book clubs is free. Sign up to find readers who love the same books and start discussing today.