Locomotives: A Picture History
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
From the thunderous iron giants of the Industrial Revolution to the sleek electric locomotives of the modern age, Locomotives: A Picture History presents a sweeping visual chronicle of railway evolution that will captivate enthusiasts and curious minds alike. Written and compiled by B. Reed, this compact yet comprehensive volume traces the remarkable journey of locomotive technology, presenting a carefully curated gallery of images that document the machines which transformed the way humanity moves across the earth. Rich in historical detail and accessible in tone, this illustrated history argues that the locomotive is not merely a feat of engineering but a defining symbol of industrial progress and human ambition. Reed's authoritative compilation illustrates pivotal moments in rail history — from early steam-powered curiosities to the powerful diesel and electric engines of the 20th century — leaving the reader to wonder what extraordinary chapter in transportation history might come next.
Author: B. Reed
Format: Paperback
Genre: Transport & automotive
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
From the thunderous iron giants of the Industrial Revolution to the sleek electric locomotives of the modern age, Locomotives: A Picture History presents a sweeping visual chronicle of railway evolution that will captivate enthusiasts and curious minds alike. Written and compiled by B. Reed, this compact yet comprehensive volume traces the remarkable journey of locomotive technology, presenting a carefully curated gallery of images that document the machines which transformed the way humanity moves across the earth. Rich in historical detail and accessible in tone, this illustrated history argues that the locomotive is not merely a feat of engineering but a defining symbol of industrial progress and human ambition. Reed's authoritative compilation illustrates pivotal moments in rail history — from early steam-powered curiosities to the powerful diesel and electric engines of the 20th century — leaving the reader to wonder what extraordinary chapter in transportation history might come next.