Contes ferroviaires is a collection of short stories by the renowned Yiddish author Sholem Aleichem, originally written in the early twentieth century. The tales revolve around the experiences of Jewish travelers and railway workers, using the train as a metaphor for movement and modernity, reflecting the shifting fortunes of Eastern European Jewish communities. Through humor and keen observation, with a touch of pathos, Aleichem captures the everyday struggles and hopes of shtetl life as it encounters the forces of industrialization and social change. Published in French translation by Liana Levi in 1991, this edition brings the author's distinctive voice to a broader readership, preserving the cultural richness and literary charm of his work.