Stories of the Railroad

By John A. (John Alexander) Hill

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Amidst the iron rails of the Civil War era, a young fireman learns the ropes of life and love under the tutelage of an experienced engineer striving for a better tomorrow.

Genres

Literature Fiction

Released

2011-08-11

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Summary

"Stories of the Railroad" by John A. (John Alexander) Hill is a collection of late 19th century short stories that explores the exciting lives of railroad engineers through adventure and romance. Each story provides a look into the difficulties they faced and the strong bonds they created. The book starts by introducing John Alexander, a young fireman in the Civil War era, who's trained by experienced engineer Jim Dillon. Dillon prepares Alexander for railroading and teaches him important life lessons while working hard for his family's future happiness in purchasing a farm. It's a touching story about guidance, love, and the tough realities of working on the railroad during chaotic times.