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My Rail Life is a book written by a Metro North Railroad Conductor. I do not consider myself a Author but more of a story teller. This book has 70 stories I have heard, seen, or lived throughtout my career. Dealing with the public is never easy but it can be entertaining at times. I hope if you read this book it makes you laugh a little, and even cry a little, because that's exactly what I did when I was living MY RAIL LIFE.

This compilation of dozens of incredible true stories gathered over a 39 year railroad career, spotlights the unexpected hilarity involved in working in public transportation. Personal experiences run the gamut from sexual escapades to train accidents and even hijackings, almost all of which culminate with laughter. Chapters include: Light at the End of the Tunnel, Not Quite the Mile High Club, I Could Have Slept with Sandra Bullock, My Homosexual Years (sort of ;), How I Met Your Mother, Mr. Poopy Pants, Do Not Hump, I Was Lost But Now I'm Found, and many more. Commuters, train enthusiasts...

Eric Stathers knew the Pacific Great Eastern Railway all too well. In the 1920s and 30s, the PGE was a struggling, backwoods railway if ever there was one, and it presented endless challenges to those whose job it was to keep it running. Eric was Car Foreman at the railway's Squamish shops and he was often called out with his crew to recover wrecked locomotives, cars and equipment all along the tough and mountainous line between Squamish and Lillooet, British Columbia. Heavy rain, snow, rock slides, collapsed bridges, washouts and floods were all too frequent occurrences. Not only that, but...

In the heroic days of rail travel, you could dine on kippers and champagne aboard the Brighton Belle, smoke a postprandial cigar as the Golden Arrow approached Paris or be shaved by the Flying Scotsman's onboard barber. Everyone from schoolboys to socialites knew of these glamorous trains. Andrew Martin recreates famous train journeys by travelling aboard their nearest modern-day equivalents, describing the disappearance of the extravagance and luxury.

Tav, ma cos'è questa crisi? Lo scontro nella maggioranza sulla Torino-Lione in articoli di Repubblica: Salvini pronto alla crisi sulla Tav, di Carmelo Lopapa; Governo, il Sacro Graal senza la politica, di Ezio Mauro; Tav, escamotage di Conte ma i bandi partono lunedì, di Paolo Griseri; Tav, Di Maio perde e Salvini non vince, di Tommaso Ciriaco; Tav, il governo regge e la Lega comanda, di Claudio Tito; Tav, la carta di Di Maio, di Tommaso Ciriaco.

Conducting Chaos: A Hilarious Commuter Railroad Experience Get ready to laugh and be entertained with "Conducting Chaos: A Hilarious Commuter Railroad Experience". Written from the perspective of a train conductor, this book takes you on a journey through the chaotic and often absurd world of commuter rail life. Filled with humorous anecdotes and real-life experiences, this book delves into the behind-the-scenes antics of daily rail operations, from the mischief and sensuality to the unexpected events and crisis management. From the interactions with coworkers, management, and passengers, ...

On the 200th birthday of the world’s first passenger-carrying railway, Nige Tassell sets out to ride Britain’s railway network all the way to its lesser-travelled-to corners, its seldom-visited outposts. From Wick to Penzance and many points in between, he stays on until the end of the line. He is the last man sitting. The sixteen final destinations he visits offer sixteen different stories. So grab yourself a window seat for an odyssey that tells us much about Britain today. All aboard, all aboard.

**Steel Titans on Rails** Discover the Majestic Journey of Locomotives That Moved a World Embark on an epic journey through time with "Steel Titans on Rails," the definitive eBook for enthusiasts and historians alike, charting the awe-inspiring evolution of the locomotive, a machine that powered nations, transformed economies, and shifted the boundaries of human possibility. Your adventure begins with a ticket to yesteryear in *Chapter 1*, where we unveil the titanic rise of steam power, walking you through the smoke-filled birth of these mechanical marvels—and the transition from wood to...

Auf Tour- außergewöhnliche Reisen mit dem Zug (Südamerika, Asien, Europa). Eine abenteuerliche Bergstrecke nach Macchu Pichu mit dem "El Tren Inca" oder um den Baikal See, abwechslungsreiche Strecken und Züge erwarten sie: Der erste Reiseabschnitt beginnt in Puno, führt am Titicaca See vorbei und dann weiter nach Cuzco, der einstigen Hauptstadt des Inkareiches. Am nächsten Tag geht es weiter zum Ziel der Reise, Macchu Pichu. "El Tren Inca" ist vielleicht nicht der bequemste Zug der Welt, aber abenteuerlustigen Passagieren bietet er viele faszinierende Eindrücke.

Title: Railfan Ricky's Ultimate Guide to the World of Trains: A Journey Through Railfan Culture and History Calling all railfans! Whether you're a seasoned rail enthusiast or a newcomer to the world of trains, Railfan Ricky's Ultimate Guide to the World of Trains: A Journey Through Railfan Culture and History is your ticket to an unforgettable journey. Written by Ricky, a passionate railfan and a licensed train conductor, this comprehensive guide dives deep into the fascinating world of trains and railfanning. Ricky's love for trains and his extensive experience in the field make this book ...

Der Sound der originalen Dampflokomotiven der DR - jetzt als Hörbuch . Obwohl die Dampflokomotive technisch überholt ist, findet sie bei Eisenbahnern und traditionsbewußten Eisenbahnfreunden nach wie vor ihre Bewunderer.

Discover the revolutionary world of Maglev and Hyperloop transportation in 'Navigating the Future.' This eBook provides an in-depth exploration of cutting-edge technologies shaping the future of transportation, from magnetic levitation (Maglev) trains to high-speed Hyperloop systems. Dive into the history, development, and applications of Maglev and Hyperloop technology, exploring their unique features, benefits, and challenges. Learn about the key players, research directions, and prospects of Maglev and Hyperloop transportation worldwide. Whether you're a technology enthusiast, ...

Learn the fascinating history of the railroad from the earliest tramways to the development of the diesel engine. Trains were an integral part of the world's transportation for the 19th and 20th centuries, until the rise of diesel powered trucks and automobiles. The extensive list of train and railroad museums included in the book notes the museums located in just about every state in the United States.

Follow a seventeen year old mercenary from Germany in this fiction/fantasy novel as he travels to America, fights in the Civil War by spying and blowing up ammunition trains. Then, through his experience with the newly patented dynamite builds railroads across America. Meet the woman he marries, who he saves from a renegade Indian attack on the western plains. As he settles in the town he established in the hills of Pennsylvania, he discovers a cave with a magic elixir, "Fountain of Youth" and builds a national tourist attraction. All this in a page turner that will keep you cheering for an...

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Auf Tour- außergewöhnliche Reisen mit dem Zug (Südamerika, Asien, Europa). Hoch hinauf zu den Teeplantagen von Darjeeling oder zum schneebedeckten "Dach der Welt" abwechslungsreiche Strecken und Züge erwarten sie: Die ersten Sonnenstrahlen kündigen den nächsten Tag in den Bergen an. Auch heute wird die Alishan Forest Railway neue Besucher hinaufbringen, welche die einzigartige und wundervolle Bergwelt Alishans erkunden wollen. Der Giant Trees Trail ist sehr beliebt bei Spaziergängern. Er führt durch einen einzigartigen Wald voller tausend Jahre alter Bäume.

Auf Tour- außergewöhnliche Reisen mit dem Zug (Kanada, Asien, Europa). Mit dem "Jacobite" durch das schottische Hochland oder im luxuriosen "Canadian", abwechslungsreiche Strecken und Züge erwarten sie: Von Toronto nach Vancover 4500 km. durch die beeindruckende Landschaft (Winnipeg, Jasper, Moraine See, Chateau Lake Louise): Die Hauptstrecke der Canadian Pacific Railroad, die durch das westliche Kanada führt, wurde 1885 erbaut, doch der Komfort in dem berühmten Zug "The Canadian" ist auf dem modernsten Stand und für zusätzlichen Luxus gibt es die Bullet Lounge und die Art Deco Bar.

Auf Tour- außergewöhnliche Reisen mit dem Zug (Afrika, Südamerika, Asien, Europa). Mit Dampf durch den Triglav Nationalpark oder im luxuriösen Desert Express in durch Namibia, abwechslungsreiche Strecken und Züge erwarten sie: Windhoek ist die faszinierende Hauptstadt Namibias und hier beginnen wir auch unsere Reise mit dem Zug durch das Land und erleben die Magie des Landes im luxuriösen Zug- dem Dessert Express bis Swakopmund. Namibia ist völlig zu Recht ein beliebtes Reiseziel. Weiße Wüsten, wilde Tiere, Berge und Schluchten und weiße Strände.

De 35 mooiste treinreizen van Europa, beschreven door dé treinreisjournalist van de Lage Landen. Met een voorwoord van Paul Haenen. De internationale trein beleeft een glorieuze comeback. En terecht, want reizen per spoor is avontuurlijk, relaxed en klimaatvriendelijk. Er is alle ruimte om rond te lopen, een boek te lezen of te lunchen terwijl de mooiste landschappen langs je raam voorbijglijden. De trein is een microkosmos waarin tijd er even niet toe doet – een betere reden om te ontspannen bestaat niet.

This book does not pretend to be a corporate history and certainly not the author's personal autobiography. Rather its purpose is to convey a close-up, ground-level look at a once very prosperous American railroad's mid-twentieth century struggle for survival - from the prospective of a rookie operating officer. For those of us fortunate enough to serve the "Delay, Linger and Wait" there remains a nostalgic affection for this well-run eastern railroad icon.