The Complete Book of North American Railroading
Title | The Complete Book of North American Railroading PDF eBook |
Author | Kevin EuDaly |
Publisher | Crestline Books |
Pages | 355 |
Release | 2016-09 |
Genre | Transportation |
ISBN | 0785833897 |
Celebrate over 150 years of the North American railroad with this visual history. You'll be amazed by over 400 modern and vintages photographs of these trains!
The Complete Book of North American Railroading
Title | The Complete Book of North American Railroading PDF eBook |
Author | |
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Pages | 0 |
Release | 2016 |
Genre | Railroads |
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North American Railroads
Title | North American Railroads PDF eBook |
Author | Brian Solomon |
Publisher | Voyageur Press |
Pages | 323 |
Release | 2014-10-15 |
Genre | Transportation |
ISBN | 1627885579 |
This richly illustrated encyclopedia of classic and contemporary American railroads features consise histories of 101 U.S. and Canadian railroads past and present. Illustrated with period and modern photography in both color and black and white, evocative print ads, and system maps, each profile is also accompanied by one or more fact boxes offering details on the railroads' geographic scope, hardware, and freight and passenger operations. Spanning more than a century and a half, this giant compendium of “fallen flags,” Class I behemoths, classic regional carriers, and transportation icons is sure to become the go-to compendium for railfans of all stripes.
Railroads Across North America
Title | Railroads Across North America PDF eBook |
Author | Claude Wiatrowski |
Publisher | Voyageur Press |
Pages | 262 |
Release | 2007-09-15 |
Genre | Transportation |
ISBN | 161060136X |
From the first steam-powered locomotives of the early nineteenth century to the high-speed commuter trains of today, the American railroad has been a great engine powering the nations growth and industry. This book celebrates the glory and grandeur of that legacy with a lavish tour of the history of the American railroad and the culture surrounding it. Generously illustrated with vintage photographs, modern images, maps, timetables, tickets, brochures, and all manner of memorabilia, this volume offers a fascinating look at the rail industrys beginnings and development, as well as its place in American history. From the might of the major rail companies and their empires to the romance of rail travel, this is the full and fabulously colorful story of the industry that moved a nation--and stirs our imaginations to this day.
The Historical Guide to North American Railroads
Title | The Historical Guide to North American Railroads PDF eBook |
Author | George H. Drury |
Publisher | Kalmbach Publishing, Co. |
Pages | 6 |
Release | 2000 |
Genre | Transportation |
ISBN | 9780890243565 |
The important railroad mergers in the past few years have readers looking for a comprehensive reference. This concise guide covers histories of all North American railroads abandoned or merged since 1930. No other book covers the topic as thoroughly! Great for railfans as well as railroad modelers.
Encyclopedia of North American Railroads
Title | Encyclopedia of North American Railroads PDF eBook |
Author | William D Middleton |
Publisher | Indiana University Press |
Pages | 1295 |
Release | 2007-04-06 |
Genre | Transportation |
ISBN | 0253027993 |
Lavishly illustrated and a joy to read, this authoritative reference work on the North American continent's railroads covers the U.S., Canadian, Mexican, Central American, and Cuban systems. The encyclopedia's over-arching theme is the evolution of the railroad industry and the historical impact of its progress on the North American continent. This thoroughly researched work examines the various aspects of the industry's development: technology, operations, cultural impact, the evolution of public policy regarding the industry, and the structural functioning of modern railroads. More than 500 alphabetical entries cover a myriad of subjects, including numerous entries profiling the principal companies, suppliers, manufacturers, and individuals influencing the history of the rails. Extensive appendices provide data regarding weight, fuel, statistical trends, and more, as well as a list of 130 vital railroad books. Railfans will treasure this indispensable work.
All Aboard!
Title | All Aboard! PDF eBook |
Author | Jim Loomis |
Publisher | Prima Lifestyles |
Pages | 436 |
Release | 1998 |
Genre | Transportation |
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This is the definitive guide to North American train travel, complete with booking procedures, on-board etiquette, maps, floor plans for typical coach and sleeping cars, and more. This new edition reflects all the recent changes at Amtrak, North America's largest passenger rail system.