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World Steam Train Album By John Westwood Dust Jacket 1993 272 pages indexed
The World Steam Train Album By John Westwood Dust Jacket 1993 272 pages indexed
Who can resist the sense of excitement evoked by the sounds and smells of a steam train in full flight? Elegant yet immensely powerful, romantic despite the noise and the smoke; the steam train surely occupies a unique place in our affections. The World Steam Train Album brings these images to life as it thunders along the railroad of locomotion's finest trains.
In the early days of steam, entire continents and their peoples were united by the railroad, and the steam train changed their lives like no other invention. Suddenly people could travel vast distances in a few days, and just as importantly, goods could be transported with amazing speed and economy.
From the middle of the 19th century until World War II the steam train reigned supreme.
After the War, steam began to face tough competition from the road and from the air, and the gradual decline of European and US railroads began. But some lines were preserved, and in such places as India, Africa, China and South America steam engines still perform vital functions. The glorious spirit of steam lives on, and it seems set to continue.
In addition to an authoritative text, this beautiful volume contains over 400 stunning illustrations of engines from all over the world. From the earliest steam trains to those of the present day, this vivid testament to a wonderful tradition is an essential purchase for the enthusiast and general reader alike.
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