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A vivid collection of railroad verse that runs through love, labor, and the living heartbeat of the rail.
Random Rhymes and Rhapsodies of the Rail gathers a wide range of poems that honor engine crews, celebrate small joys, and mark the changing times along the tracks. The book blends personal memory with a craftsman’s pride, offering moments of humor, sacrifice, and everyday heroism on the job.
Readers will ride along with cabs and engines, meet unsung heroes, and glimpse the world of rail life from close, intimate angles. The poems move from nostalgic to briskly humorous, painting scenes of station life, trains in motion, and the bonds formed among those who keep the rails alive.
- Experience depictions of courage and camaraderie among railroad workers.
- Enjoy vivid, musical verse that captures the rhythm of trains and the pace of the day.
- Explore nostalgic memories and lively anecdotes set on and around the rail.
- Discover a celebration of a specific working-class culture and its rituals.
Ideal for readers who enjoy poetry that honors labor, travel, and the everyday epic of life on the rails.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book of poems from the author delves into the life of an engine man. The author writes about the experiences of life on the rails, with an emotional depth that will appeal to lovers and laborers alike. With an array of poems ranging from musings on the past to romantic declarations, the author captures the gritty spirit of the railroad, its people, and their loves with the vibrant nostalgia of a bygone era through lyrical verse that explores what it means to live the life of an engine man. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781332165902_0
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Random Rhymes and Rhapsodies of the Rail Classic Reprint
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781332165902
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