Illustrated Book of Steam and Rail

Illustrated Book of Steam and Rail published by Barnes & Noble Books, New York, NY, 2002. Republication. Softbound. Size 8vo (up to 9-1/2'' tall). Condition: Nr Fine. 512 Pgs. The history and development of the train and an evocative guide to the world's great railway journeys. By Colin Garratt and Max Wade-Matthews. Over 1500 photos of locomotives from around the world. A definitive history of locomotive technology from the great steam engines of the 1830s to the electronic speed trains of the present day. Detailed specification boxes given for over 100 key locomotive designs. Contains accounts of 956 of the world's most legendary railway journeys. A book to inspire the rail enthusiast and armchair explorer alike. Description text copyright 2010 BooksForComfort. Item ID 22121.