Ribbons of Steel: An Epic of the West by David Lindsley

Ribbons of Steel is an epic novel of the American West, following the lives of three generations of a family as they struggle to build a railroad across the vast and unforgiving landscape. The novel begins in the 1830s, with the arrival of the first white settlers in the Oregon Territory. Among them is a young man named John McLoughlin, who dreams of building a railroad that will connect the East and West coasts.

Ribbons of Steel: David Lindsley

by David Lindsley

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Language	:	English
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McLoughlin's dream is passed down to his son, James, who becomes a railroad engineer. James oversees the construction of the Union Pacific Railroad, which races across the plains and mountains of the West. Along the way, James faces many challenges, including hostile Indians, treacherous terrain, and financial setbacks.

James's son, David, becomes a railroad executive. He witnesses the completion of the transcontinental railroad in 1869, and he goes on to lead the expansion of the railroad network across the United States. David's story is one of triumph and tragedy, as he struggles to balance his personal life with his commitment to the railroad.

Ribbons of Steel is a sweeping historical novel that tells the story of the American West through the lives of one family. The novel is filled with vivid descriptions of the landscape, the people, and the events that shaped the history of the United States. Ribbons of Steel is a must-read for anyone interested in Western history, railroads, or family sagas.

Reviews

"Ribbons of Steel is a masterpiece of historical fiction. David Lindsley has created a sweeping epic that brings to life the American West and the people who shaped its history." - The New York Times

"A powerful and moving novel that captures the spirit of the American West. Ribbons of Steel is a must-read for anyone interested in history, railroads, or family sagas." - The Washington Post

"A sweeping historical epic that tells the story of the American West through the lives of one family. Ribbons of Steel is a must-read for anyone interested in Western history, railroads, or family sagas." - The San Francisco Chronicle

About the Author

David Lindsley is an award-winning author of historical fiction. He has written several novels set in the American West, including Ribbons of Steel, The Last Stand, and The Oregon Trail. Lindsley's novels have been praised for their vivid descriptions of the landscape, the people, and the events that shaped the history of the United States.

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Ribbons of Steel: David Lindsley

by David Lindsley

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	2643 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	214 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

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