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Remarkable, Exciting and Unique Examples of the Bravery, Daring and Stoicism in the Midst of Danger of Train Dispatchers and Railroad Engineers
出版DigiCat, 2022-08-01
主題Fiction / ClassicsReference / General
ISBNEAN:8596547118800
URLhttp://books.google.com.hk/books?id=Qn9_EAAAQBAJ&hl=&source=gbs_api
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註釋In 'Danger Signals,' Jasper Ewing Brady and John A. Hill capture the essence of railroad heroism, encapsulating the lives and deeds of train dispatchers and railroad engineers with a storytelling prowess that is both riveting and deeply respectful. Their use of language is poignant and vivid, casting a raw and yet romantic light on an industrial era marked by both peril and progress. The narrative seamlessly interweaves factual accounts with the emotive undercurrents of human courage, reflecting the zeitgeist of late 19th and early 20th century America when the railroad was synonymous with the nation's expansion and economic growth. Brady and Hill offer readers a vantage point where the thrumming of engines and the whistle of trains are near tangible experiences within the literary context of the period. Jasper Ewing Brady was no stranger to the rigors and dangers of the railroad, likely drawing on his own experiences and observations to co-author 'Danger Signals.' This background, paired with the co-authorship of John A. Hill, a man also steeped in the world of railroads, lends the book an authenticity and a palpable sense of admiration for the unsung heroes of the rails. The book stands not only as a historical testament to the often-overlooked bravery common to the profession but also as a cultural artifact, born from the minds of those intimately acquainted with the railroad's resonance in American life. 'Danger Signals' is, therefore, highly recommended for readers interested in the tapestry of American history, for those with an appreciation of the machinery of progress, and for anyone captivated by tales of human valor and resolve in the face of danger. The book provides a marvelous lens through which the sensational and the steadfast aspects of railroad life are magnificently portrayed. It speaks not only to enthusiasts of historical non-fiction but also to admirers of narratives where humanity's strength against the tide of industrial adversity shines brightly.