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When a boy follows his grandfather onto an old locomotive, he discovers more than a simple ride. The train becomes a portal to the past, revealing its pivotal part in Fur‑West exploration and settlement. Their journey blends family ties with the romance of railroad history. This juvenile classic celebrates the golden age of rail travel, the bond between generations, and the frontier spirit that shaped the United States.
First publish date: 2000
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Alistair Highet
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