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_aHill, John A. _q(John Alexander), _d1858-1916 |
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| 245 | 1 | 0 | _aStories of the Railroad |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2011 |
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_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats |
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_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia |
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_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2011-08-11 | ||
| 505 | 0 | _aAn engineer's Christmas story -- The clean man and the dirty angels -- Jim Wainwright's kid -- A peg-legged romance -- My lady of the eyes -- Some freaks of fate -- Mormon Joe, the robber -- A midsummer night's trip -- The polar zone. | |
| 508 | _aProduced by David Edwards, Martin Pettit and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) | ||
| 520 | _a"Stories of the Railroad" by John A. Hill is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. The narratives center around the lives of railroad engineers and their experiences, blending elements of adventure, romance, and the challenges tied to this dynamic profession. Each tale offers a glimpse into the trials and triumphs faced by those who work on the railroads, and the significant relationships that develop along the way. The opening portion of the book introduces readers to the character of John Alexander, a young fireman during the Civil War era, who learns the ropes of railroading under the guidance of the seasoned engineer Jim Dillon. The narrative unfolds with Dillon's influence on Alexander's life, not only in terms of technical skills but also with essential life lessons. As Dillon strives to secure a better future for his family by saving to buy a farm, the heartfelt dynamics between Dillon, his wife, and Alexander are established. This chapter sets the stage for a poignant tale of mentorship, love, and the harsh realities of life on the railroad during turbulent times. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aFiction | ||
| 653 | _aShort stories | ||
| 653 | _aRailroad stories | ||
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