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Trains and Railroads
In the nineteenth century, a revolution took
place that dramatically changed forever the lives of ordinary people. The
invention of steam power led to the development of the steam railway
engine. Suddenly, it was possible to cross continents, and move heavy
goods, clothing and fresh food long distances. People could go for day
trips to the seaside or make business trips from city to city. The age of
the train had arrived.
Steam power was followed, in the 20th century, by diesel and electric
power. The trains of today travel over ground, underground and even through
the air on monorails. Travel by train is becoming even faster, cleaner and
more comfortable. Trains and Railroads brings the history of rail
travel vividly to life, powerfully illustrating the extraordinary impact
of railways on millions of people. Ages
8-13 8.5" x 11" 64 pages Paperback
No. BTT30-TR. Only $7.95 |
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Eyewitness Train
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Eyewitness Books
Here is a spectacular and informative new
look at the fascinating world of trains. Stunning real-life photographs of
steam, diesel and electric locomotives, freight and passenger cars,
engines and signals offer an "eyewitness" view of the history and
development of railroads. See the oldest steam engine in existence, Queen
Victoria's royal carriage, the fastest steam train ever built, a traveling
post office, and train tickets from all over the world. Learn how a steam
engine works, how early engineers avoided collisions, how railroads were
built, the difference between narrow, standard, and wide gauge. Discover
the longest railroad in the world, how trains climb up steep hills, which
train has no wheels, how the railroads crossed American, how subway
systems are built, how a driverless train works, and much, much more. 8.5"
x 11" 64 pages Hardback
No. BTT30-EW. Only $15.95 |
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Cross Sections - Trains
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Give children X-Ray eyes with these
amazingly detailed illustrated books. Each subject is torn apart to reveal
all its inner workings. Children love to read about big machines, and
these guides will satisfy their curiosity hour after hour.
What is a tank engine? does a boiler look like
inside? kind of engine pulls cars through the Channel Tunnel?
Which locomotive had huge driving wheels? steam
locomotive was the largest single unit every built? train was the first
to be involved in a fatal accident?
How do steam locomotives work? does a hand brake
stop a train? Do electric trains pick up current from a third rail?
Find the answers to these and other fascinating questions in
Look Inside Cross-Sections Trains.
Ages 7-11. 8.5" x 11" 32 pages. Paperback.
No. BTT30-CS. Only $6.95 |
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Ultimate Train
Ultimate Train is an invaluable source of
reference for the seasoned railroad enthusiast and the curious traveler
alike, packed with a wealth of fascinating information about the evolution
of trains and locomotives. History Of The Railroads: Ultimate Train opens
with a comprehensive and lavishly illustrated history of the railroads,
and continues on to date with
an examination of the magnetic levitation trains currently in development..
Celebrates the great diversity of train design and engineering
over the last 200 years. The main body provides a photographic
gallery of trains that traces the development of the major types over the last two centuries. Dramatic large-format photographs along with detailed
close-ups and interior shots give the reader a guided tour of these key
trains. Also featured are absorbing profiles of the world's most famous
railroad services, including the Orient Express and the Canadian Pacific.
Unique Biographical Section: Gaining a complete picture of these trains
would not be possible without a look at the designers, engineers, and
innovators who were responsible for them, so an extensive biographical
section profiles the people who changed the face of transportation.
Ages 9+
9.4" x 11.4" 168 pages Hardback
No. BTT30-UT.
Only $24.95 |
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