This book is an autobiographical work that presents a detailed account of the author's experiences working on railroads for 15 years. It begins by describing the author's first job as a brakeman in a railroad yard and then follows his progression to working on the road. The book offers an insider's look at the day-to-day life of a railroad worker, including the challenges, risks, and rewards of the job. The author provides vivid descriptions of train accidents and close calls, offering a harrowing glimpse into the dangers of railroading in the late 19th century. He also shares stories about the camaraderie and sense of community among railroad workers, and the ways in which they supported each other through the ups and downs of life on the rails. Through the author's personal experiences, this book provides a valuable historical record of the railroad industry in the United States during a period of rapid growth and expansion. It also explores the human side of railroading, highlighting the courage and resilience of the men who built and operated the nation's railroads.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book is an autobiographical work that presents a detailed account of the author's experiences working on railroads for 15 years. It begins by describing the author's first job as a brakeman in a railroad yard and then follows his progression to working on the road. The book offers an insider's look at the day-to-day life of a railroad worker, including the challenges, risks, and rewards of the job. The author provides vivid descriptions of train accidents and close calls, offering a harrowing glimpse into the dangers of railroading in the late 19th century. He also shares stories about the camaraderie and sense of community among railroad workers, and the ways in which they supported each other through the ups and downs of life on the rails. Through the author's personal experiences, this book provides a valuable historical record of the railroad industry in the United States during a period of rapid growth and expansion. It also explores the human side of railroading, highlighting the courage and resilience of the men who built and operated the nation's railroads. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781334341434_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781334341434
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