Scranton, the New Electric City
| Author | : Mark Olderr |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 252 |
| Release | : 2010-01-27 |
| ISBN-10 | : 0615343716 |
| ISBN-13 | : 9780615343716 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (716 Downloads) |
Download or read book Scranton, the New Electric City written by Mark Olderr and published by . This book was released on 2010-01-27 with total page 252 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Industrial Revolution in America found its legs in cities like Scranton. Its abundant natural resources, such as coal and lumber, mad Scranton the ideal location to serve as a railroad hub. Its vibrant industry, transportation and proximity to natural resources and markets enabled Scranton to thrive. As we progress through the Information Age, Scranton has redefined its identity with education, medicine, recreation and culture. This book defines this transformation from 19th Century coal/railroad city to a modern thriving community of the 21st Century.
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