Casey Jones: And His Railroad Legacy

by Christopher Alber

The American railroader Casey Jones's dramatic death, while trying to stop his train and save the lives of his passengers, made him a hero. This book is an introduction to the life and career of railroad engine driver Casey Jones whose heroic effort has inspired songs, books, and museums. Through original artwork and historical context, this in depth view of the folktale, recounts the ways in which Jones's life was forever changed after he exposed...

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1627122834
• ISBN13: 9781627122832
• Release Date: January 2014
• Publisher: Cavendish Square Publishing
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 9.2" x 9.1"
• Age Range: 8 to 10 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 5