Rocky Mountain Railroad Odyssey

Author : Nils Eriksen
Publisher : Edition Svanen
Page : 312 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2023-09-29
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Rocky Mountain Railroad Odyssey by Nils Eriksen Pdf

Embark on an unforgettable adventure across the heartland of America and the breathtaking landscapes of the Canadian wilderness with Erik, a wanderer whose soul finds solace in the rhythmic cadence of train wheels. "Rocky Mountain Railroad Odyssey" weaves a tale of more than just tracks and stations-it's a story of human connection, love, and the unbreakable bond forged on the rails. Erik's passion for train travel takes him through the Midwest, the awe-inspiring Rocky Mountains, and along the picturesque West Coast. Yet, amidst the stunning vistas, he grapples with a persistent loneliness that shadows his every mile. It isn't until a chance encounter with the vivacious Candice in Reno, Nevada, that his journey takes a dramatic turn. Together, Erik and Candice embark on thrilling escapades, tracing the historic route of the legendary "Olympian Hiawatha" through the rugged mountains, and find themselves ensnared in the perilous world of the casino mafia. As Erik navigates treacherous terrain, the promise of true love seems distant, leaving him to traverse the solitary roads of his heart. However, fate has other plans. In the town of Jasper, Erik's path intersects with Amelia, a radiant spirit from Edmonton. With her, the sun rises anew in his life, illuminating a path that winds along the Pacific, from the vibrant streets of Vancouver to the sun-kissed shores of San Diego. Their love story blossoms amidst the rhythmic symphony of wheels against tracks. Little do they know, a shadow looms over their idyllic world-a shadow that threatens to eclipse their newfound happiness. "Rocky Mountain Railroad Odyssey" is a captivating blend of travelogue and romance, where the grandeur of legendary trains like the California Zephyr, The Empire Builder, The Canadian, and even the Milwaukee Road become the backdrop for a love story that defies all odds. "Step aboard, and let the journey of a lifetime begin."

Author : William Henry Jackson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 6 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 1976
Category : Railroads
ISBN : 091358214X

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William Henry Jackson's Rocky Mountain Railroad Album by William Henry Jackson Pdf

Author : Glenn Brooks
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 56 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Cabooses (Railroads)
ISBN : 0975060708

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The Rocky Mountain Railroad & the Runaway Caboose by Glenn Brooks Pdf

Author : W. C. Jameson
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 232 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2019-05-01
Category : History
ISBN : 9781493033379

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Rocky Mountain Train Robberies by W. C. Jameson Pdf

One of the most colorful parts of American History is the time of train robberies and the daring outlaws who undertook them in the period covering from just after the Civil War to 1924. For decades, the railroads were the principal transporters of payrolls, gold and silver, bonds, and passengers who often carried large sums of money as well as valuable jewelry. For the creative outlaw, trains became an obvious target for robbery. The list of America’s train robbers is a veritable Who’s Who of American outlawry and includes: Frank and Jesse James, Butch Cassidy and The Sundance Kid, Charles Searcy, Charles Morganfield, Sam Bass, Black Jack Ketchum, Seaborn Barnes, and others. To this cast of train robbery-related characters can be added the relentless investigations and pursuit by individuals associated with the Pinkerton Detectives, Texas Rangers, Wells Fargo detectives, railroad company detectives, as well as local and area law enforcement authorities. In addition, there are numerous tales of bravery that took place during train robberies involving heroic express car messengers, conductors, engineers, brakemen, and even passengers.

Author : Fred W. Frailey
Publisher : Indiana University Press
Page : 234 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2020-02-01
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 9780253045270

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Last Train to Texas by Fred W. Frailey Pdf

Midnight train rides, head-on freight collisions—there is never a dull moment when it comes to trains. Take a look at America's biggest railroads and meet the thunderous personalities who operate them. In Last Train to Texas, author Fred W. Frailey examines the workings behind the railroad industry and captures incredible true stories along the way. Discover how men like William "Pisser Bill" F. Thompson swerve from financial ruin, bad merger deals, and cutthroat competition, all while racking up enough notoriety to inspire a poem titled "Ode to a Jerk." Bold, savvy, and ready for a friendly brawl, the only thing louder and more thrilling than these men are the trains that they handle. Come along with Frailey as he travels the world, one railroad at a time. Whether it's riding the Canadian Pacific Railway through a blizzard, witnessing a container train burglary in the Abo Canyon, or commemorating a poem to Limerick Junction in Dublin, Ireland, Frailey's journeys are rife with excitement and the occasional mishap. Filled with humorous anecdotes and thoughtful insights into the railroading industry, Last Train to Texas is an adventure in every sense of the word.

Author : Peter Greenberg
Publisher : Rodale Books
Page : 643 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2007-10-02
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781605297644

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The Complete Travel Detective Bible by Peter Greenberg Pdf

This ultimate "physician's desk reference" for travelers addresses the questions, anxieties, concerns, and desire for essential information that are common to seasoned and novice travelers alike. Peter Greenberg, best-selling author, trusted Today show travel editor, and the man that writer Paul Theroux calls "the liberator and defender of the traveling public," offers an encyclopedic look at every aspect of the travel process, both domestically and internationally, from the true definition of travel terms to in-depth explanations of how things really work. Do you want to know which airline seats are the best and worst? How you can vacation in a lighthouse, a monastery, or even a converted prison? Which countries require you to get visas before you visit? Or won't let you in even if you have a passport? Which airlines are the worst "bumping" offenders? How you can avoid hidden fees? The Complete Travel Detective Bible offers up answers to these questions and much more. Everything is cross-referenced and each chapter is filled with useful charts, lists, and diagrams, making for an easily accessible format. Greenberg, who has been to more than 146 countries, is an expert without equal at outplaying the travel industry at its own games, securing the best fares, accommodations, and service at the lowest possible prices. He shares every one of these hard-won, ingenious insider secrets in this book, making The Complete Travel Detective Bible the ultimate word on travel today.

Author : Ed Fulcomer
Publisher : Colorado Railroad Museum
Page : 64 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 1990
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 0918654432

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Rocky Mountain Railroad Memories by Ed Fulcomer Pdf

Author : Stacia Deutsch,Rhody Cohon
Publisher : Benchmark Education Company
Page : 35 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Reading and Literacy
ISBN : 9781450929479

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The Lewis and Clark Expedition Crossing the Rocky Mountains, Building the Transcontinental Railroad Blasting Through the Sierra Nevadas by Stacia Deutsch,Rhody Cohon Pdf

The Lewis and Clark expedition is trapped in the Rocky Mountains. The explorers are starving. What will the men do to survive? Chang Han and Wen Lin are Chinese laborers building the Transcontinental Railroad. Blasting the rock would be easier and faster than digging. Who will take the new explosive into the tunnel? Read these stories to find out.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 842 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Railroads
ISBN : UOM:39015058310882

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Railfan & Railroad by Anonim Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 540 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Electronic
ISBN : STANFORD:36105021186528

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RailNews by Anonim Pdf

Author : Ron Brown
Publisher : Dundurn
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2016-07-09
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 9781459733589

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Rails Over the Mountains by Ron Brown Pdf

Explore western Canada’s rich railway history, travelling from the grand railway hotels and rustic stations to the creative engineering that created spiral bridges and soaring trestles. Relive this time through a trip on one of the many steam trains, visit a railway museum, or walk the trails where trains used to rumble.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 462 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Railroads
ISBN : STANFORD:36105020630625

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Pacific Rail News by Anonim Pdf

Author : Robert Burgin
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 605 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2013-01-08
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781610693851

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Going Places by Robert Burgin Pdf

Successfully navigate the rich world of travel narratives and identify fiction and nonfiction read-alikes with this detailed and expertly constructed guide. Just as savvy travelers make use of guidebooks to help navigate the hundreds of countries around the globe, smart librarians need a guidebook that makes sense of the world of travel narratives. Going Places: A Reader's Guide to Travel Narratives meets that demand, helping librarians assist patrons in finding the nonfiction books that most interest them. It will also serve to help users better understand the genre and their own reading interests. The book examines the subgenres of the travel narrative genre in its seven chapters, categorizing and describing approximately 600 titles according to genres and broad reading interests, and identifying hundreds of other fiction and nonfiction titles as read-alikes and related reads by shared key topics. The author has also identified award-winning titles and spotlighted further resources on travel lit, making this work an ideal guide for readers' advisors as well a book general readers will enjoy browsing.

Author : Lonely Planet
Publisher : Lonely Planet
Page : 225 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2019-03-01
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781788685146

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Curiosities and Splendour by Lonely Planet Pdf

A collection of classic travel writing from great authors and adventurers, including Life on the Mississippi by Mark Twain, The Road to Oxiana by Robert Byron, In Morocco by Edith Wharton, The Worst Journey in the World by Apsley Cherry-Garrard and A Lady’s Life in the Rocky Mountains by Isabella Bird.

Author : Carole Marsh
Publisher : Gallopade International
Page : 164 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2010-01-01
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9780635068965

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The Mystery in the Rocky Mountains by Carole Marsh Pdf

When Christina, Grant and their two friends join their mystery-writing Mimi (and Papa!) on a trip to the "Mile-High City"of Denver, Colorado, they soon find themselves: Sleeping in a mysterious, haunted palace of a hotel! ? Deciphering mountains of clues to solve a mystery! Š Reading tattered old books to help solve the clues! Š Traveling through tricky tunnels to get to a scary ski slope! Š Meeting an amazing woman who once sailed on the Titanic! But can the kids have fun, stay warm and solve a mystery all at the same time? Strap on your skis and come along and see! LOOK what's in this mystery - people, places, history, and more! Denver winter weather Š Rocky Mountain history, facts, and folklore Š Mining history and folklore Š Old West Santa Fe style buildings and architecture Š America the Beautiful song lyrics and author bio Š Rocky Mountain Railroads and Old West transportation facts Š Anasazi Indian history, lifestyle, and facts Š Learning how to ski Š Brown Palace Hotel Š LoDo (Lower Downtown) Š Garden of the Gods Š Pikes Peak Š Cliff Place at Mesa Verde National Park Š Eisenhower Tunnel. Like all of Carole Marsh Mysteries, this mystery incorporates history, geography, culture and cliffhanger chapters that will keep kids begging for more! This mystery includes SAT words, educational facts, fun and humor, built-in book club and activities. Below is the Reading Levels Guide for this book: Grade Levels: 3-6 Accelerated Reader Reading Level: 4.9 Accelerated Reader Points: 3 Accelerated Reader Quiz Number: 79513 Lexile Measure: 760 Fountas & Pinnell Guided Reading Level: Q Developmental Assessment Level: 40