Locomotives (Illustrated Transport Encyclopedia) (Illustrated Transport Encyclopedia S.)

by Colin Garratt (Author)

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  Paperback
  2004

  $3.25

  Covers all areas of locomotive history from 1950 to the end of the 20th century. Chronologically ordered for easy reference. From China to Scandinavia, the locomotives of the world are covered with over 350 photographs and illustrations. This fascinating insight into the development of the locomotive from the middle of the last century, up to today's awe-inspiring high-speed passenger trains, will appeal to every railway enthusiast. Information boxes outline engines' specifications and every aspect of technical data. This is an exhaustive reference work that looks at the pivotal moments in railway history - an evolution in transport that formed one of the major building blocks in the consolidation of the development of the modern world.

• Used

  Hardcover
  2006

  $3.25

  Divided into five sections, the book documents developments and innovations in an easy-to-use format that will appeal to every railway enthusiast. The book begins with an introduction to locomotive design up to 1900, including the development of steam power from Britain and the United States to India and Latin America. The transition from steam to diesel and electric power is also examined. The book then continues to describe 95 outstanding railway journeys in all parts of the globe. This includes accounts of short journeys steeped in history, such as Stephensons' 27-km (17-mile) line from Bedford to Bletchley, as well as the Trans-Siberian Railway from Moscow to Vladivostock. Written by world experts in the field and illustrated with over 1,500 photographs, this is a book to inspire rail enthusiast and armchair traveller alike.