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Barbara asked this question about The Underground Railroad:
Does anyone like that the author wrote the railroad as a physical, operating one? I felt it unnecessary and beyond the scope of possibility.
Paul Gormley I enjoyed that aspect of it and didn't think it affected the historical truths within the novel. The (real) railroad is an integral part of the expans…moreI enjoyed that aspect of it and didn't think it affected the historical truths within the novel. The (real) railroad is an integral part of the expansion of settlers across the US and trains are often seen as a metaphor for personal freedom. The train also signalled (geddit?) the transition between different stages in Cora's journey. I also liked the way each station (in different states) had its own personality. (less)
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The Underground Railroad
by Colson Whitehead (Goodreads Author)
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