The Encyclopedia of Trains and Locomotives

C.J. Riley; C. Riley

ISBN 10: 1567999824 / ISBN 13: 9781567999822

Editore: Metro Books, 2000

Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Codice articolo G1567999824I3N00

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Alphabetically organized, fully cross-referenced, and packed with photographs, this enticing encyclopedia makes the perfect gift for anyone who ever felt drawn to the sight of an onrushing train. It features the most significant innovations in locomotive technology, as well as the most important and colorful characters from the history of the iron horse. Thrill to the true story of Casey Jones and his ill fated final journey; was he simply trying to stay on schedule that day--or was he determined to die? Read about the difficulties encountered during the construction of the Cape-to-Cairo Railroad, Cecil Rhodes' ambitious and still unrealized dream of a trans-African railway. Marvel at the magnetic levitation trains that have the capability of traveling at speeds in excess of 200 miles per hour. With its facts and details, fabulous lore and photographs old and new, this reference brings history to life as never before.

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Titolo: The Encyclopedia of Trains and Locomotives
Casa editrice: Metro Books
Data di pubblicazione: 2000
Legatura: Hardcover
Condizione: Good
Condizione sovraccoperta: No Jacket