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.