The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 02, No. 13, November, 1858 A Magazine of Literature, Art, and Politics

"The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 02, No. 13, November, 1858" by Various is a magazine that contains a collection of writings on subjects from literature and art to politics and applied science, giving a picture of American life in the mid-1800s. One essay looks at the growth of railroads in the United States, showing both the successes and the struggles of building them, especially when compared to the railroad projects in Britain. The article begins by recognizing the skills of American railroad engineers and the impact they have had, while also pointing out that America doesn't have the same history of engineering giants. Financing these railroads, comparing their costs to those in England, and examining how they have affected American business and communities are explored. From how railroads are built in challenging areas to the broad impact they have on how Americans live and work, the essay highlights the profound changes railroads are bringing to the country.