Prairie Whistles: Tales of Midwest Railroading

Weaving together tales of railroading from times gone by, this collection of personal reminiscences will appeal to any rail fan, armchair historian or traveler. Folklorist Dennis Boyer tells the tales of conductors, porters, carmen, tower operators and telegraph operators, providing an intimate look at railroading. The book covers rail lines running throughout the Midwest, including Wisconsin, Minnesota, Illinois, Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota and Missouri. This is your ticket to an excursion down the tracks to a time when railroading touched the lives of many in the Midwest. Enjoy the ride!