James, George Wharton 1858-1923 creator text utu 2013 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Scenic Mount Lowe and Its Wonderful Railway" by George Wharton James is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work explores the captivating Mount Lowe and the innovative railway constructed to ascend its heights, emphasizing both the engineering marvel of the railway and the natural beauty of the surrounding landscapes. The book aims to showcase the stunning vistas and unique attractions of the Mount Lowe area, appealing especially to nature lovers and history enthusiasts. At the start of the book, the author sets the stage by highlighting humanity's long-standing admiration for mountains and their impact on culture and civilization. He begins with a poetic introduction about the mountains, followed by a detailed description of the Mount Lowe Railway, conceived by Professor T. S. C. Lowe to make the Sierra Madre Mountains accessible to visitors. The opening portion also outlines the impressive engineering feats required to construct the railway, emphasizing its idyllic views and the diverse flora and fauna that can be experienced throughout the journey. The narrative aims to entice readers to appreciate the unique blend of nature and innovative engineering that defines the Mount Lowe experience. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2013-04-22 Produced by Greg Bergquist, Diane Monico, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) Original publication data not identified California -- Description and travel California, Southern -- Description and travel Mount Lowe Railway Lowe, Mount (Los Angeles County, Calif.) -- Description and travel F850.5 Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/42579 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/42579 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133956.0 42579