The Illustrated Guide to Trains of the World
Title | The Illustrated Guide to Trains of the World PDF eBook |
Author | Colin Dennis Garratt |
Publisher | |
Pages | 0 |
Release | 2018 |
Genre | Locomotives |
ISBN | 9780754834397 |
The Illustrated Directory of Trains of the World
Title | The Illustrated Directory of Trains of the World PDF eBook |
Author | Brian Hollingsworth |
Publisher | Voyageur Press |
Pages | 480 |
Release | 2000 |
Genre | Transportation |
ISBN | 9780760308912 |
Whether you're a steam buff or your interest lies in the modern railways of today, you'll treasure this incredibly compact volume filled with over 150 interestingly written chronological entries, from the 1830s to the present day. This highly illustrated reference contains technical specs, design development and service information, plus a complete history of international passenger and freight locomotive evolution.
The Illustrated Guide to Locomotives of the World
Title | The Illustrated Guide to Locomotives of the World PDF eBook |
Author | Colin Garratt |
Publisher | Lorenz Books |
Pages | 0 |
Release | 2013-12 |
Genre | Technology & Engineering |
ISBN | 9780857233738 |
A pictorial encyclopedia of some of the most influential and famous trains from the working steams trains of China to the bullet Train and Eurostar, with detailed specifications of 50 key locomotive designs.
Illustrated Book of Steam and Rail
Title | Illustrated Book of Steam and Rail PDF eBook |
Author | Colin Garratt |
Publisher | |
Pages | 516 |
Release | 2003 |
Genre | Locomotives |
ISBN | 9780760749524 |
Since the birth of the railroads in the early Industrial Age, people across the world have been fascinated by the locomotive as a powerful symbol of advanced technology and an exciting means of transport. From the early beginnings of steam power to today's high-speed passenger trains, this book spans nearly two centuries of locomotive and railway development.
The Complete Visual History of Steam and Rail
Title | The Complete Visual History of Steam and Rail PDF eBook |
Author | Colin Garratt |
Publisher | |
Pages | 0 |
Release | 2011-05 |
Genre | Locomotives |
ISBN | 9780754823636 |
Two perfect books for train enthusiasts, with a historical reference book spanning nearly two centuries of locomotive development, and an enthralling illustrated guide to the world's greatest railway journeys of all timme
The Illustrated Guide to Locomotives of the World
Title | The Illustrated Guide to Locomotives of the World PDF eBook |
Author | Colin Garratt |
Publisher | Southwater Publishing |
Pages | 0 |
Release | 2011 |
Genre | Transportation |
ISBN | 9781844767618 |
With detailed specifications for 55 key locomotive designs, it features long-running steam-powered engines and modern electric and diesel trains.
Train
Title | Train PDF eBook |
Author | DK |
Publisher | Penguin |
Pages | 322 |
Release | 2014-10-01 |
Genre | Transportation |
ISBN | 1465436588 |
This glorious visual celebration of train travel keeps you on the right track with stop-offs at the most important and incredible rail routes from all over the world. Your first stop in The Train Book is the groundbreaking steam locomotives of the 19th century and your final destination is the high-speed bullet trains of today. From the Union-Pacific Railroad to the Trans-Siberian Railway, you'll cross the continents to experience epic journeys and staggering scenery. You'll pick a seat on the most iconic locomotives, including the Orient Express, the Blue Train, and the Eurostar. You can also inspect the engines of famous British trains, such as Rocket, Mallard, and Javelin, and international trains, such as India's Palace on Wheels and America's Thatcher Perkins. You'll meet the true pioneers of train and track, including "Father of the Railways" George Stephenson, engineering legend Isambard Kingdom Brunel, and Métro maestro Fulgence Bienvenüe. For train-spotters and transport enthusiasts everywhere, this is your trip of a lifetime.