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Web Of Steel

Web Of Steel

Brady, Cyrus Townsend

Paperback

Fiction AnthologiesGeneral World History

ISBN10: 1163619442
ISBN13: 9781163619445
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 336
Weight: 0.99
Height: 0.70 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Web of Steel is a historical fiction novel written by Cyrus Townsend Brady. The story is set in the late 19th century and follows the life of John Steele, a young man who leaves his home in the East to seek his fortune in the West. He joins a group of men who are building the transcontinental railroad and quickly rises through the ranks to become a respected and successful engineer.As John works on the railroad, he faces many challenges, including harsh weather conditions, dangerous working conditions, and conflicts with other workers. He also falls in love with a young woman named Alice, who is the daughter of a wealthy businessman. However, their relationship is complicated by their different social backgrounds and the disapproval of Alice's father.As the railroad nears completion, John and his fellow workers face their biggest challenge yet when they must cross a treacherous mountain pass. The journey is perilous, and many lives are lost, but John and his team persevere and successfully complete the railroad.Throughout the book, Brady provides a vivid portrayal of life in the late 19th century, including the struggles of the working class, the impact of industrialization, and the social and economic changes that were transforming America. Web of Steel is a thrilling and engaging story that offers a fascinating glimpse into a pivotal moment in American history.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.

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