Harry Bruce

During his storied career, Harry Bruce modernized the flagging U.S. railroad industry and inspired future generations of industrial leaders. This lively read brings the reader along the critical junctures in both Bruce's career and the rapidly changing railroad industry.

Follow Bruce's journey as his industrial innovations and keen instincts save millions of dollars, and, once he assumed leadership of Illinois Central Gulf Railroad, his increasing fascination with the daring personalities who exercised leadership without portfolio.