| A Lightning Slinger's Tales of the Rails Contributor(s): Flateland, Jill S. (Author), Williams, Vera E. (Author) |
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ISBN: 0982907745 ISBN-13: 9780982907740 Publisher: Mystery Book Nook Publishing OUR PRICE: $23.74 Product Type: Paperback Published: August 2011 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Transportation | Railroads - History |
| Physical Information: 0.33" H x 5.98" W x 9.02" (0.54 lbs) 128 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: During the Great Depression, few women found work. Not so for young Vera Williams, who became a railroad telegrapher before finishing high school. Then she worked her way through college as a relief agent for the Northern Pacific Railroad. Vera later earned her PhD in education, and became known as the train-loving professor at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh. 'Tales of the Rails' are highlights from her most memorable days. From dealing with rats of various species to plucking chickens, she'll charm you with her stories. |