Daniel Willard Rides The Line

""Daniel Willard Rides The Line: The Story Of A Great Railroad Man"" is a biographical book written by Edward Hungerford. The book chronicles the life and career of Daniel Willard, who was a prominent figure in the American railroad industry during the early 20th century. Willard was known for his innovative ideas and leadership skills, which helped transform the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad into one of the most successful railroads in the country. The book explores Willard's early life, his education, and his rise through the ranks of the railroad industry. It also delves into the challenges he faced as a railroad executive, including labor disputes, financial struggles, and competition from other railroads. Throughout the book, Hungerford provides vivid descriptions of the railroad industry during Willard's time, including the technology, operations, and culture of the industry. The book is a fascinating look at the life and career of one of the most influential figures in the American railroad industry. It offers valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities faced by railroad executives during the early 20th century, and provides a detailed portrait of a man who helped shape the industry into what it is today.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.