The Life Of Railway Men (1905)

By Fred L. Feick

Book Overview

The Life of Railway Men is a non-fiction book written by Fred L. Feick and originally published in 1905. The book provides a detailed account of the daily lives and work of railway workers in the United States during the early 20th century. It covers a wide range of topics including the history of the railway industry, the different types of jobs available on the railway, the working conditions and hazards faced by railway workers, and the impact of the railway on American society.Feick draws on his own experiences as a railway worker to provide a firsthand account of what life was like for those who worked on the railway. He describes the long hours, physical demands, and dangers of the job, as well as the camaraderie and sense of community that developed among railway workers.The book also includes a number of illustrations and photographs that help to bring the world of the railway to life. Overall, The Life of Railway Men provides a fascinating insight into a key period in American history and the lives of those who helped to build the country's railway infrastructure.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1167198026
• ISBN13: 9781167198021
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 188 Pages
• Weight: 0.57 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"