The Big Ivy
James McCague
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The Big Ivy
Published
1955
Publisher
Crown Publishers
Pages
312
Description
An excellent book by a man that understands railroading and knows how to describe it so you feel your are really there experiencing it yourself. He follows the trail of two school boys as they emerge into adulthood and they begin their railroad careers. One goes on to be a fireman and engineer, while the other chooses the boomer trail as a telegraph operator. Full of railroad experiences from dealing with difficult engineers, wrecks, fast runs, tough trips, cantankerous engines, women, booze and fighting, and life in a small railroad town at the turn of the century. I couldn't put it down and I've read it several times.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in The Big Ivy?
This edition of The Big Ivy has approximately 312 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read The Big Ivy?
For most readers, The Big Ivy typically takes between 6h 30m and 4h 20m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 78,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 5h 12m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 11 days • Estimated word count: 78,000 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of The Big Ivy?
The estimated word count for The Big Ivy is approximately 78,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of The Big Ivy?
The Big Ivy was written by James McCague.
When was The Big Ivy published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1955. The original work may have been published on a different date.