The Young Section-Hand
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About This Book
"The Young Section-Hand" is a poignant and compelling novel that delves into the life of its protagonist, a young and ambitious section-hand named Jacob. Set against the backdrop of the rapidly changing American landscape during the late 19th century, the novel explores Jacob's journey as he navigates the challenges of the burgeoning railroad industry.
Chapters (21)
- THE YOUNG SECTION-HAND
- I: THE BOTTOM ROUND
- II: A NEW EXPERIENCE
- III: AN ADVENTURE AND A STORY
- IV: ALLAN MEETS AN ENEMY
- V: ALLAN PROVES HIS METAL
- VI: REDDY TO THE RESCUE
- VII: THE IRISH BRIGADE
- VIII: GOOD NEWS AND BAD
- IX: REDDY’S EXPLOIT
- X: A SUMMONS IN THE NIGHT
- XI: CLEARING THE TRACK
- XII: UNSUNG HEROES
- XIII: A NEW DANGER
- XIV: ALLAN MAKES A DISCOVERY
- XV: A SHOT FROM BEHIND
- XVI: A CALL TO DUTY
- XVII: A NIGHT OF DANGER
- XVIII: THE SIGNAL IN THE NIGHT
- XIX: REDDY REDIVIVUS
- XX: THE ROAD’S GRATITUDE
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