Steel drivin' man: John Henry, the untold story of an American legend (Cityscapes Ser.)
Folklore, fables and fairy tales, United States history, Biography, Science and technology, General non-fiction, Music
Human-narrated audio
Summary
History professor explores the truths behind the legend of railway man John Henry. Recounts his imprisonment and forced labor for the Chesapeake & Ohio Railroad. Confirms Henry's 1871 contest with a steam drill, explores his mysterious death, and traces the evolution of the folk song that immortalizes his exploits. 2006
Title Details
ISBN
9780195300109
Publisher
Oxford University Press
Copyright Date
2006
Book number
4601317
Audio details for CELA title
Narrator
Joe Wilson
Duration
8 hours 5 minutes 10 seconds
Audio producer
Talking Book Publishers