Tales Of An Engineer

Tales Of An Engineer: With Rhymes Of The Rail is a book written by Cy Warman and published in 1895. The book is a collection of stories and poems that depict the life of a railroad engineer in the late 19th century. The stories are based on Warman's own experiences as an engineer, and they offer a unique insight into the challenges and dangers that were faced by those who worked on the rails during this time.The book is divided into two parts. The first part consists of short stories that describe various incidents that occurred during Warman's time as an engineer. These stories include accounts of train wrecks, robberies, and other dangerous situations that the author encountered while working on the railroad. The second part of the book consists of rhyming poems that celebrate the beauty and power of the locomotive.Throughout the book, Warman's love for the railroad and his admiration for the men who worked on it shine through. His writing is vivid and descriptive, painting a picture of a bygone era when the railroad was the backbone of American industry. The book is a fascinating glimpse into a world that has long since disappeared, and it is sure to be of interest to anyone who loves trains or is interested in the history of the American West.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.