A Railroad for the Legendary Catskill Mountain House

John M. Ham

For decades, Mr. Beach was a Catskill Mountain enigma who owned the world-famous Catskill Mountain House. His vision of rail transportation to the Catskills, especially to his grand hotel, became legendary. All that remains of Mr. Beach’s accomplishments are photographs and written accounts. Here, in a book by John M. Ham, are the physical relics of a once thriving transportation network. Softcover, 56 pages, trim size 8.5 x 11.5 inches. Published by Stony Clove & Catskill Mountain Press in 2018.