A richly observed and researched personal history of the bygone age of Britain's railways. SOMETIMES you come across a lofty railway viaduct, marooned in the middle of a r
A must-read for transit buffs, From a Nickel to a Token chronicles twenty specific events in the history of New York City's mass transit systems between 1940 and 1968, including large numbers of rare
The railways were the most revolutionary innovation of Victorian times. They carried Britain into the modern age with dramatic speed, transforming the pace and style of everyday life. We owe them to
Rails Across Australia is an album of photographs taken by David Cable, a well-regarded British author of several albums of train pictures throughout the world. The photos were taken initially during
This third installment of the bestselling Bradshaw's Diary is a must-have for any train enthusiast or fan of the BBC Two television seriesGreat British Railway Journeys. It is a beautiful desk diary f
Stephenson's Rocket is one of the most famous steam locomotives of all time. Designed by Robert Stephenson, with input from this father, George, Rocket set the fundamental design template for almost a
Sixteen chapters about organized in three parts:Part I Rusty tracks as heritagePart II New approaches to old railwaysPart III Practical applicationswith an introductory essay about "rusty tracks and w
A cheerfully illustrated board book of trains, boats, and planes!In this bright and colorful board book, children are introduced to different kinds of trains, boats, and planes with engaging illustrat
It would be impossible to imagine the rapid growth of the United States and Canada without railroads. From the industry's first tentative steps in the early nineteenth century to the railways of our d
The rail-based transit system is a popular public transportation option, not just with members of the public but also with policy makers looking to install a form of convenient and rapid travel. Even
The Great Northern Railway Through Time takes us on a tour of the American Northwest?the last American frontier?from St. Paul, Minnesota, to Seattle, Washington. The Great Northern opened up the Dakot
Mark Smithers has written a number of definitive books and magazine features on the history of locomotive construction and the development of narrow gauge railways. This book looks at the history and
The image of a little red caboose trundling along behind a long freight train is a classic slice of Americana. With the help of nearly 300 marvelous modern and historical images depicting cabooses of
The third hard copy "Summer Special" from our "Narrow Gauge Net" imprint, the book features articles and photo features on: Four Englands Then & Now Donegal Today Hunslet 1215 Baie de Somme Bure Valle
