Pictorial History Of Trains

The story of the railroads parallels the history of the United States and Canada. This pictorial history explores the early days of steam, the first transcontinental tracks, the robber barons, the luxury trains, and the decline of the railroads in recent years. 140 photos, 120 in color.

A chronicle of the world's railroads from the early 19th century to the present.

LIONEL TRAINS, A PICTORIAL HISTORY OF TRAINS & THEIR COLLECTORS allows a unique look at the history of LIONEL from a collector's point of view & includes hundreds of photos of individual train layouts, locomotives, rolling stock, accessories, in addition to engaging stories from Lionel enthusiasts nationwide. Includes a special interview with Richard Kughn, past-president of LIONEL & renowned collector of toy trains & gives an interesting glimpse into his one-of-a-kind collection. Includes thousands of full-color & historic photos, as well as the on-going history of LIONEL trains.

Here is the story of America's greatest transportation system told principally in pictures. Some 330 reproductions show rare prints and photographs of early locomotives, equipment and bridges, old posters, broadsides and tickets, as well as later developments.

If you love the shrill of a steam whistle, the rumble of a diesel locomotive, or the smooth profile of a streamlined passenger train, you're sure to want Pictorial History of America's Railroads. This lavishly illustrated volume captures all the excitement of the railroad industry in America. Mike Del Vecchio recounts, region by region, railroading's colorful past and present, and looks ahead to its bright future.