{"product_id":"2026200018893-secondhand-the-longacre-book-of-trains","title":"The Longacre Book Of Trains","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition remarks:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBook: Good\u003cbr\u003eJacket: Wear and tear with damage\u003cbr\u003ePages: Tanning and foxing\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom the age of steam to the era of electric locomotion, The Longacre Book of Trains presents a sweeping survey of one of humanity's most transformative inventions — the railway. The book chronicles the evolution of train technology through richly illustrated pages, tracing the journey from the earliest steam-powered engines to the sleek, modern electric locomotives that redefined speed and travel across continents. It is a celebration of engineering ambition, designed to captivate both the curious young reader and the dedicated railway enthusiast alike.\n\nPublished by Longacre Press, this volume sits within a proud tradition of accessible, visually engaging reference books that brought the wonders of science and industry to a wide audience during the mid-twentieth century. The narrative is authoritative yet approachable, combining technical detail with historical context to illustrate how the railway shaped nations, economies, and the very rhythm of modern life. Whether you are a seasoned collector of vintage transport literature or simply fascinated by the iron roads that built the world, this title promises a rewarding and richly illustrated journey through railway history.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Secondhand Stock","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50572576096475,"sku":"2026200018893-SECONDHAND","price":15.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/7646\/9701\/files\/363798b0-bc7f-472d-aef7-6cbffe0ae132.png?v=1791166848","url":"https:\/\/bookgrocer.com\/products\/2026200018893-secondhand-the-longacre-book-of-trains","provider":"Book Grocer","version":"1.0","type":"link"}