“Lawyering for the Railroad: Business, Law, and Power in the New South” by William G. Thomas is a textbook published by LSU in 1999. This trade paperback book explores the intersection of law, business, and power in the American South, specifically focusing on economic conditions, legal history, and American government. With 344 pages, this book provides a comprehensive analysis of the complex relationships between the railroad industry, the law, and the political landscape of the New South. It is a valuable resource for those interested in the history and evolution of American business and legal systems.