Download or read book Railroad building and other stories written by Pansy and published by Prabhat Prakashan. This book was released on 2024-07-29 with total page 39 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Shuddering Castle by Wilbur Finley Fauley is a gripping and atmospheric novel that delves into the world of gothic suspense and mystery. Published in 1929, the book unfolds within the eerie and isolated setting of a crumbling, enigmatic castle that becomes the center of a series of unsettling events. The story follows a group of characters who find themselves drawn to the foreboding castle, each with their own secrets and agendas. As they navigate the dark corridors and shadowy rooms of the castle, they encounter strange occurrences and unravel the mysteries that haunt the ancient structure. Fauley's narrative builds tension and intrigue with a skillful blend of suspense, supernatural elements, and psychological drama. Shuddering Castle is notable for its evocative setting and its ability to create an atmosphere of unease and anticipation. Fauley's descriptive writing immerses readers in the gloomy and mysterious environment of the castle, enhancing the sense of foreboding and suspense. The novel explores themes of fear, isolation, and the unknown, drawing readers into a world where nothing is quite as it seems. With its rich, atmospheric prose and compelling storyline, Shuddering Castle is a captivating read for fans of gothic fiction and mystery. The novel's exploration of human fears and the supernatural ensures a gripping experience from start to finish, making it a standout example of early 20th-century suspense literature.
Download or read book Railroad building and other stories written by Pansy and published by BEYOND BOOKS HUB. This book was released on 2023-08-29 with total page 38 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Right. Well, the parallel-veined leaves belong to the sort of plants which have only one seed-leaf or cotyledon, and we call them monocotyledonous plants; and the netted-veined leaves belong to and distinguish those with two cotyledons, and are called dicotyledonous plants. Now notice that a leaf has three parts: a blade, the broad thin part, a petiole, or, as you would call it, the stem-stalk, which supports it; and, as you see in these quince leaves, there is also a pair of small leaf-like appendages which are called stipules. All leaves do not have these, and some have no petioles. In such cases we say the leaf is sessile, and sessile means sitting; and we shall find the word used in regard to other parts of the plant as we go on in our study. This quince, and also the apple leaf, have one large vein running through the middle as if the petiole were extended to the tip or apex of the leaf. This sends off branches, and these in turn break into smaller ones until the leaf is all over network. It is tilled in with a green pulp and covered with a thin skin called the epidermis.” “Why, we had that word in physiology,” exclaimed one of the listeners. “It means the same as cuticle or outside skin.” “Exactly; so you see we have in the blade the fibrous framework or skeleton, the pulpy filling, and the transparent covering.” Charlie had been listlessly fingering a leaf, seemingly not interested in the talk, but at this moment he started up, exclaiming, “I know how to make skeleton leaves! You just put the leaf into some kind of acid—I have forgotten the name, that eats out the pulp and leaves the framework—sister Anna has a whole lot of them.” “Yes; and if we had one here we could see the method of veining very plainly. In the parallel-veined leaves all the larger ribs run lengthwise, and there are no branching veins which you can see plainly, only very small vein-lets. Now just a glance at the leaves of a plant or tree will tell you to which of two great divisions the plant or tree belongs.” “I did not suppose there could be so much to say about leaves,” said Ella, turning her leaf over and looking curiously at it. Mrs. Browne smiled. “We have only just begun to examine them. We might find things enough about them to fill a great many morning hours. We might talk about the shapes. We have: ovate and lanceolate, oblong and orbicular and a great many more you might find it hard to remember. Then the margins. Some are entire, that is, even, not notched, and others—but look for yourselves and find out the differences.” “This willow is notched, and so is the elm leaf,” said Charley, growing interested. “But are they alike?” “No; the elm has what I should call double notches.” “Exactly; one is serrate or saw-toothed, the other double serrate...FROM THE BOOKS.
Download or read book Railroad building and other stories written by Pansy and published by Prabhat Prakashan. This book was released on 2024-06-29 with total page 39 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Welcome to the captivating world of Pansy's "Railroad Building, and Other Stories," a collection of tales that transport readers to a time of adventure, perseverance, and the triumph of the human spirit. Prepare to be enchanted by a series of stories that capture the essence of hope, resilience, and the bonds of friendship. Join us as we journey through the pages of "Railroad Building" and immerse ourselves in a world of excitement and challenge. From the rugged landscapes of the American frontier to the bustling streets of the city, each story offers a glimpse into the lives of characters who face adversity with courage and determination. Pansy's masterful storytelling brings to life a rich tapestry of characters and settings, weaving together themes of friendship, loyalty, and the power of community. Through vivid descriptions and heartfelt prose, she invites readers to embark on a journey of discovery and inspiration. Since its publication, "Railroad Building, and Other Stories" has been celebrated for its timeless themes and engaging storytelling. Its exploration of topics such as perseverance, faith, and the pursuit of dreams resonates with readers of all ages, making it a beloved classic for generations to come. Prepare to be moved by the heartwarming tales of "Railroad Building" as you join characters on their journey of self-discovery and growth. Let Pansy's storytelling touch your heart and remind you of the power of hope and the resilience of the human spirit. Don't miss your chance to experience the magic of "Railroad Building, and Other Stories." Let the warmth and wisdom of Pansy's tales inspire you to persevere in the face of adversity and to cherish the bonds of friendship that sustain us along life's journey. Grab your copy now and prepare to be transported to a world of adventure, courage, and hope!
Download or read book Railroad Building and Other Stories from The Pansy written by and published by . This book was released on 1888 with total page 61 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Building of the Transcontinental Railroad written by Nathan Olson and published by Capstone. This book was released on 2006-09 with total page 33 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In graphic novel format, tells the story of how the Transcontinental Railroad was built during the 1800s.
Download or read book The Last Spike and Other Railroad Stories written by Warman Cy and published by Hardpress Publishing. This book was released on 2016-06-23 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Unlike some other reproductions of classic texts (1) We have not used OCR(Optical Character Recognition), as this leads to bad quality books with introduced typos. (2) In books where there are images such as portraits, maps, sketches etc We have endeavoured to keep the quality of these images, so they represent accurately the original artefact. Although occasionally there may be certain imperfections with these old texts, we feel they deserve to be made available for future generations to enjoy.
Download or read book From the River to the Sea written by John Sedgwick and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2021-06-01 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Riveting...A great read, full of colorful characters and outrageous confrontations back when the west was still wild.” —George R.R. Martin A propulsive and panoramic history of one of the most dramatic stories never told—the greatest railroad war of all time, fought by the daring leaders of the Santa Fe and the Rio Grande to seize, control, and create the American West. It is difficult to imagine now, but for all its gorgeous scenery, the American West might have been barren tundra as far as most Americans knew well into the 19th century. While the West was advertised as a paradise on earth to citizens in the East and Midwest, many believed the journey too hazardous to be worthwhile—until 1869, when the first transcontinental railroad changed the face of transportation. Railroad companies soon became the rulers of western expansion, choosing routes, creating brand-new railroad towns, and building up remote settlements like Santa Fe, Albuquerque, San Diego, and El Paso into proper cities. But thinning federal grants left the routes incomplete, an opportunity that two brash new railroad men, armed with private investments and determination to build an empire across the Southwest clear to the Pacific, soon seized, leading to the greatest railroad war in American history. In From the River to the Sea, bestselling author John Sedgwick recounts, in vivid and thrilling detail, the decade-long fight between General William J. Palmer, the Civil War hero leading the “little family” of his Rio Grande, and William Barstow Strong, the hard-nosed manager of the corporate-minded Santa Fe. What begins as an accidental rivalry when the two lines cross in Colorado soon evolves into an all-out battle as each man tries to outdo the other—claiming exclusive routes through mountains, narrow passes, and the richest silver mines in the world; enlisting private armies to protect their land and lawyers to find loopholes; dispatching spies to gain information; and even using the power of the press and incurring the wrath of the God-like Robber Baron Jay Gould—to emerge victorious. By the end of the century, one man will fade into anonymity and disgrace. The other will achieve unparalleled success—and in the process, transform a sleepy backwater of thirty thousand called “Los Angeles” into a booming metropolis that will forever change the United States. Filled with colorful characters and high drama, told at the speed of a locomotive, From the River to the Sea is an unforgettable piece of American history “that seems to demand a big-screen treatment” (The New Yorker).
Download or read book The Building of the Transcontinental Railroad written by Steven Otfinoski and published by Capstone. This book was released on 2014-07-01 with total page 113 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Explores various perspectives on the process of building the transcontinental railroad. The reader's choices reveal the historical details"--
Download or read book Ten Mile Day written by Mary Ann Fraser and published by Square Fish. This book was released on 2016-08-02 with total page 81 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: On May 10, 1869, the final spike in North America's first transcontinental railroad was driven home at Promontory Summit, Utah. Illustrated with the author's carefully researched, evocative paintings, here is a great adventure story in the history of the American West--the day Charles Crocker staked $10,000 on the crews' ability to lay a world record ten miles of track in a single, Ten Mile Day.
Download or read book Iron Rails Iron Men and the Race to Link the Nation The Story of the Transcontinental Railroad written by Martin W. Sandler and published by Candlewick. This book was released on 2015-09-08 with total page 225 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Experience the race of rails to link the country—and meet the men behind this incredible feat—in a riveting story about the building of the transcontinental railroad, brought to life with archival photos. In the 1850s, gold fever swept the West, but people had to walk, sail, or ride horses for months on end to seek their fortune. The question of faster, safer transportation was posed by national leaders. But with 1,800 miles of seemingly impenetrable mountains, searing deserts, and endless plains between the Missouri River and San Francisco, could a transcontinental railroad be built? It seemed impossible. Eventually, two railroad companies, the Central Pacific, which laid the tracks eastward, and the Union Pacific, which moved west, began the job. In one great race between iron men with iron wills, tens of thousands of workers blasted the longest tunnels that had ever been constructed, built the highest bridges that had ever been created, and finally linked the nation by two bands of steel, changing America forever.
Download or read book Ghosts of Gold Mountain written by Gordon H. Chang and published by Houghton Mifflin. This book was released on 2019 with total page 325 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A groundbreaking, breathtaking history of the Chinese workers who built the Transcontinental Railroad, helping to forge modern America only to disappear into the shadows of history until now.
Download or read book The Last Spike and Other Railroad Stories written by Cy Warman and published by Wildside Press LLC. This book was released on 2006 with total page 120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This collection of 17 railroad-themed stories includes such tales as "The Iron Horse and the Trolley," "The Great Wreck of the Pere Marquette," "On the Limited," "The Milwaukee Run," and many more.
Download or read book The Celestrial Railroad and Other Stories written by Nathaniel Hawthorne and published by . This book was released on 1963 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Nerve of Foley and Other Railroad Stories written by Frank H. Spearman and published by DigiCat. This book was released on 2022-07-20 with total page 117 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'The Nerve of Foley, and Other Railroad Stories' is a collection of short stories by author Frank H. Spearman in the Western fiction genre. The stories are mostly set in the American West and feature railroads as their common theme of the different character's adventures. They include titles like: The Nerve of Foley, Second Seventy-Seven, The Kid Engineer, The Sky-Scraper, Soda-Water Sal, The McWilliams Special and The Million-Dollar Freight-Train.
Download or read book The American Railway written by Thomas Curtis Clarke and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2015-11-10 with total page 603 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The early history of the American railroad by the man the New York Times calls “one of the best-known civil engineers in America.” The American Railway provides an exciting look at the railroad industry in the 1880s and how it developed as the business boomed. Originally published in 1889, it contains a thorough history of how railroads were built, the types of railways, the lives of railway workers, the various ways the railway affected political and business economics, as well as the safety precautions of people who rode or worked with the railway system. You’ll also find more than two hundred hand-drawn illustrations—visual representations of great steam engines, graceful bridges, life in a Pullman car, railway accidents, views of track construction, and portraits of railroad pioneers and magnates of the times—and stories from real rail workers. Learn how far we’ve come from such humble beginnings and grow to have a newfound appreciation for the railways that paved our country’s future. This edition features a new foreword by Jeff Smith, editor of the NRHS Bulletin, the quarterly magazine published by the National Railway Historical Society.
Download or read book The Railroad Fuels Westward Expansion 1870s written by Russell Roberts and published by Mitchell Lane Publishers, Inc.. This book was released on 2012-09-30 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There was once a time when the idea of a transcontinental railroad was considered foolish—a waste of time and resources. After all, what use was a railroad through the desolate regions of western America? However, as the United States began to expand and more and more settlers made their way west by horseback or covered wagon, the concept of a railroad spanning the country made more and more sense. Finally, in the midst of an epic civil war, President Abraham Lincoln signed the law that called for the building of a transcontinental railroad. There were many obstacles for the railroad builders to overcome. Harsh weather, mountains, hostile attacks, and even a lack of manpower were just some of the problems that had to be overcome. However, eventually the railroad builders triumphed, and finally train whistles could be heard echoing over the once quiet landscape of the western United States.
Download or read book Unfinished Business written by Maury Klein and published by UPNE. This book was released on 1994-04 with total page 260 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A lively survey of the railroad industry by the field's leading historian.
