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Book Synopsis: For train enthusiasts, model railroaders, and history buffs, hop aboard this tour of North American railroads, both great and obscure. Few images speak as clearly of a time and a place as a dramatic black-and-white photograph of an American steam locomotive powering through that storied era of railroad history. All the new photographs in this beautiful book meticulously recreate that original style, capturing the bygone age of steam rail against the settings of its heyday, including period architecture and other details. The result is the crisp, stunning quality of contemporary photography of the iconic locomotives of yesteryear. Featured trains include the Milwaukee Road; the Cumbres and Toltec snowplow runs; the Cotton Belt 819 in Arkansas, Missouri, and Illinois; the Savannah and Atlanta No. 750; the Frisco 1522 in Missouri; the Norfolk and Western 611 and 1218 in Georgia and Tennessee; the Union Pacific 3985 in Wyoming, Nebraska and Arkansas—these are just some of the historic runs and routes Steam Trains brings this era to life with its evocative photographs and accompanying narrative accounts of the locomotives that are still cherished today. This fantastic photographic gallery features twenty-three preserved steam railroad lines and events covering a twenty-five year period. Perfect for train enthusiasts, model railroaders, and history buffs alike, North American railroads, both great and obscure, are highlighted in Steam Trains.
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If you are a train enthusiast, model railroader, or history buff, we have the perfect book for you. Introducing "Steam Trains: A Modern View of Yesterday's Railroads". This captivating book takes you on a journey through North American railroads, showcasing both well-known and lesser-known lines.
Our collection of stunning black-and-white photographs meticulously recreate the golden age of steam rail. These images capture the essence of a bygone era, with every detail, from the period architecture to the iconic locomotives of yesteryear, faithfully preserved. Each photograph is a piece of art that transports you back to the heyday of steam rail, evoking a sense of nostalgia and admiration for these incredible machines.
Steam Trains features twenty-three preserved steam railroad lines and events that span a twenty-five year period. From the Milwaukee Road to the Union Pacific, this book explores the historic runs and routes that shaped the railroad industry. You'll journey through Wyoming, Nebraska, Arkansas, and many other locations, immersing yourself in the rich history and allure of steam trains.
Whether you are a seasoned train enthusiast, a model railroader looking for inspiration, or a history buff seeking to uncover the secrets of the past, Steam Trains is the ultimate companion. Its evocative photographs and captivating narrative accounts will transport you to a time when steam trains ruled the tracks. Get your copy of "Steam Trains: A Modern View of Yesterday's Railroads" today and embark on a journey through the captivating world of North American railroads.
Shop now and experience the magic of steam trains for yourself.
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