The Encyclopedia of Trains & Locomotives

C J Riley

ISBN 10: 1567999824 / ISBN 13: 9781567999822

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The Encyclopedia of Trains & Locomotives by C J Riley. Published by Friedman/Fairfax Publishers, New York, NY, 2000. 2nd Edition 9th Printing. Hardbound. Paper DJ. Size 4to (up to 12'' tall). Condition: Nr Fine in Torn & Taped DJ. Some edge wear, overall content excellent. 224 Pgs. ISBN 1567999824. 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. Description text copyright 2011 BooksForComfort. Item ID 25857.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Encyclopedia of Trains & Locomotives
• ISBN 10: 1567999824
• ISBN 13: 9781567999822
• Binding: Hardback
• Edition: 2nd edition.
• Printing: 5th or later printin
• Condition: Very Good
• Dust Jacket Condition: Poor
• Book Type: book

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Synopsis

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.