The Red Flag: Or Danger On The Line (1883)

By Elys

ium Sudgen.The Red Flag: Or Danger On The Line is a novel written by Elysium Sudgen and published in 1883. The story takes place in England during the late 19th century and follows the lives of railway workers and their families. The main character, Tom Blake, is a railway signalman who is responsible for ensuring the safety of trains passing through his station. One day, he receives a mysterious red flag signal that he cannot explain, and he becomes increasingly paranoid about the safety of the trains on his line.As the story progresses, Tom begins to uncover a conspiracy involving his fellow railway workers and a group of criminals who are planning to rob a train. Tom must use his knowledge of the railway system to stop the robbery and save the lives of the passengers on board. Along the way, he is aided by his wife, Mary, and his friend, Jack, who both play important roles in the plot.The Red Flag: Or Danger On The Line is a thrilling and suspenseful novel that explores the dangers of the railway industry during the 19th century. It also sheds light on the lives of working-class families and the struggles they faced during this time period. The book is well-written and engaging, with vivid descriptions of the railway system and the characters' surroundings. Overall, it is a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction, crime novels, or the history of the railway industry.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: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 116881491X
• ISBN13: 9781168814913
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 66 Pages
• Weight: 0.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"