Packard''s experiences working on the railroad led to his writing many railroad stories, then to a series of mystery novels, the most famous of which featured a character called Jimmie Dale.The critic August Nemo selected seven short stories by this remarkable author for your enjoyment:- Corporal Bob.- The Guardian of the Devil''s Slide.- Where''s Haggerty?- McQueen''s Hobby.- Munford.- "If a Man Die"- The Blood of Kings.