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Book Synopsis: A Fascinating Ride on the Rails of History
No form of transportation evokes as much romance and nostalgia as 20th Century railway travel. From Babe Ruth and his teammates traveling to yet another World Series, to Harry Truman’s whistle-stop campaigns, to Nick and Nora settling into a Pullman sleeper en route to their next adventure, so many of America’s most cherished memories have been powered by steam. Rail fans and train enthusiasts will treasure this indispensable guide to the Pennsylvania Railroad’s late, great steam locomotives from the first half of the last century. From 1900-1957, a brilliant and dedicated engineering team brought forth the most powerful and efficient locomotives in the nation, and made the “Pennsy,” as it was colloquially known, the “Standard Railway of the World.” Alvin Stauffer’s knowledge of the Pennsy’s steam and electric engines makes Pennsy Power the cornerstone for any rail fan’s personal library.
This comprehensive guide contains…
- Detailed descriptions and illustrations of all classes of steam and electric locomotives
- Black and white photos from the Pennsy’s Golden Age
- 32 color reproductions of the famed Pennsylvania Railroad calendars from 1925-1958
- And much, much more!
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Ride the rails of history with Pennsy Power: Steam and Electric Locomotives of the Pennsylvania Railroad, 1900-1957. Step into a world of romance and nostalgia, where steam-powered locomotives shaped America's cherished memories. From legendary athletes traveling to iconic events to political campaigns that captivated the nation, the power of steam carried them all. This indispensable guide, filled with detailed descriptions and illustrations, is a must-have for rail fans and train enthusiasts alike.
Discover the brilliance of the Pennsylvania Railroad's engineering team who brought forth the most powerful and efficient locomotives in the nation. Known as the "Standard Railway of the World," the Pennsy set the bar high with its late, great steam locomotives. Alvin Stauffer's expertise on the Pennsy's steam and electric engines makes Pennsy Power a cornerstone for every rail fan's personal library.
Immerse yourself in the Golden Age of the Pennsy with black and white photos capturing the essence of this iconic time. Add a touch of color to your collection with 32 reproductions of the famed Pennsylvania Railroad calendars from 1925-1958. And that's not all! This comprehensive guide has even more to offer.
Don't miss out on the chance to have a piece of history in your hands. Get your copy of Pennsy Power today and embark on a fascinating journey through time. Click here to bring the power of the Pennsy to your bookshelf.
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