Discover the fascinating history of a full range of railroads subjects with Quarto Publications hard- and softcover books, perfect for research and modeling.
Author Claude Wiatrowski examines the development of the industry with nearly 90 features covering more than three dozen railroads past and present, as well as dozens of additional subjects, including railroads in film and music, specialty railroads, life and travel on the rails, and much more. llustrated with an array of material, including vintage black and white and modern color photographs, period advertisements, maps, brochures, timetables, postcards, posters, menus, and other collectibles - nearly 600 pieces in all, many of them rarely seen! Also includes a list of Web resources and contact information for museums, preserved railways, and historic sites throughout the United States and Canada. Hardcover, 256 pages.
Author Claude Wiatrowski examines the development of the industry with nearly 90 features covering more than three dozen railroads past and present, as well as dozens of additional subjects, including railroads in film and music, specialty railroads, life and travel on the rails, and much more. llustrated with an array of material, including vintage black and white and modern color photographs, period advertisements, maps, brochures, timetables, postcards, posters, menus, and other collectibles - nearly 600 pieces in all, many of them rarely seen! Also includes a list of Web resources and contact information for museums, preserved railways, and historic sites throughout the United States and Canada. Hardcover, 256 pages.