| Author |
Hill, John A. (John Alexander), 1858-1916 |
| Author |
Brady, Jasper Ewing, 1866-1940 |
| Title |
Danger signals : Remarkable, exciting and unique examples of the bravery, daring and stoicism in the midst of danger of train dispatchers and railroad engineers
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 75.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Roger Frank and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"Danger Signals" by John A. Hill and Jasper Ewing Brady is a collection of remarkable and exciting accounts showcasing the bravery and resilience of railroad dispatchers and engineers, written in the early 20th century. This work vividly recounts tales of men who faced perilous situations with indomitable courage, emphasizing both the personal and professional stakes involved in their line of work. Through a series of engaging stories, the authors highlight the themes of heroism and teamwork in the face of adversity. The opening of "Danger Signals" introduces the character Jim Wainright, who reminisces about his experiences in the railroad industry. He recalls a poignant conversation with an old acquaintance, Jim Wainright, about a young fireman who was deeply connected to his life on the rails. As Wainright narrates his tale, he brings to life the spirit of camaraderie among crew members and the challenges they faced, including mentorship, loyalty, and unexpected tragedies. The narrative sets a gripping tone for the collection, inviting readers to delve deeper into the stories of courage that unfold throughout the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
Railroad stories
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
19007 |
| Release Date |
Aug 8, 2006 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 17, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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