Subways are integral to Boston and New York. But due to politics, financial and engineering problems, and a wary public, the cities’ metro systems almost weren’t built. Author’s note. Notes. Bibliography. Index. Black-and-white photographs.
Title alpha The Race Underground: Boston, New York, and the Incredible Rivalry That Built America’s First Subway
Category History High
Pages Count 416
Genre Nonfiction
Topics Henry Melville Whitney (1839-1923). William Collins Whitney (1841-1904). Subways. History of Boston, Massachusetts. History of New York City. U.S. history. Subway design and construction case studies. Urban transportation case studies. Competition case studies. Transportation. Public transportation. Nineteenth-century history.
SRC Level 12.900000
SRC Points 29.000000
Lexile 1280L
Trim Size 6 1/8" x 9 1/4"
JLG Span Spring
Language English
Rights type Print
Publication date 2014-02-03
JLG Release Date May 2014
Minimum grade 9
Maximum grade 12
Reading level High
Format Print
History - High (Grades 9 & Up)
History High
History - High (Grades 9 & Up)
For Grades 9 & Up
This collection features nonfiction and historical fiction titles that bring past events, eras, and influential figures to life through compelling storytelling. Selections span a mix of story-driven history and immersive historical fiction, offering engaging ways for teens to explore how the past shapes the present. Some selections are written for adults but are thoughtfully chosen for their relevance and appeal to teen readers.