One would be challenged to find a railroad to compare scenically and historically with the Rutland Railroad. With Yankee persistence, it struggled for its existence in the snows of Vermont and northern New York for more than one hundred years. Running through territory amply covered by larger and stronger lines, it survived bankruptcy, receivership, flood, unequal competition, seizure, depression, and strikes. Its vestigial remains operate in a small area to this day. Jim Shaughnessy—award-winning railroad photographer and authority—discusses the Rutland's entire history thoroughly, from preconstrnction in 1831 to the present. In this updated edition, the author covers the history of the three lines that continued to operate after the demise of the Rutland Railroad-the Vermont Railway, the Green Mountain Railroad, and the Ogdensburg Bridge and Port Authority. Lavishly illustrated with more than 500 incomparable photographs (including those by railroad photographer Philip R. Hastings), The Rutland Road has other features for the railroad enthusiast and historian alike: maps, charts, reproductions of advertisements, a detailed index with engine rosters, a chronology of the Rutland Railroad, and other significant statistical information.

"This book is an indispensable illustrated resource for railfans and families on road trips, filled with easy-to-find information on locomotives and rolling stock, such as railroad cars, coaches, and wagons"--Provided by publisher.

This eminently readable book is the definitive reference on the infectious risks and diseases of leisure-time activity. Encompassing a wide range of medical and social interests, Infections of Leisure provides practical clinical guidelines for the diagnosis and management of various infectious risks encountered in the garden, at the shore, on freshwater, on camping trips, and while traveling abroad. Additional chapters include up-to-date information on food-borne illnesses and animal-associated infections, with particular attention given to house pets. The rising prevalence of Lyme disease, hepatitis, and food poisoning makes this volume vitally important.This volume is particularly useful to physicians who treat patients with the risks discussed, as well as to the informed lay public who can make themselves aware of infectious risks associated with certain activities. Knowledge of the risks of these exposures and behaviors allows for prevention as well as diagnosis and therapy if an infection is acquired.