The Train Book: The Definitive Visual History (DK Definitive Transport Guides)
£24.50£28.50 (-14%)
This stunning book is a glorious celebration of all things train and track!
Packed with stunning photography, The Train Book catalogues the development of trains from early steam to diesel engines and electric locomotives, explores in detail iconic trains such as the Palace on Wheels and the Orient Express, and chronicles the social, political, and cultural backdrop against which railways were built the world over.
Profiling the best-loved railways and rail journeys of all time – from the Union-Pacific Railroad to the Trans-Siberian Railway – and the pioneers of train and track – from “Father of the Railways” George Stephenson to engineering legend Isambard Kingdom Brunel and Métro-maestro Fulgence Bienvenüe, The Train Book has something for every train enthusiast to love!
The Train Book further features:
– A truly international view of trains through time, from English steam to Japanese electric.
– Tells the stories of key innovators, designers, and engineers responsible for advancing rail travel.
– Double-page images capture the beauty of the railways and the challenges faced by the people who built them.
A must-have gift book for anyone with an interest in trains, locomotives, and the history of the railway, this one-stop train guide is sure to delight.
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by DH
Arrived very quickly, excellent book, no problems, thank you.
by Jim
I always say that DK books are first class, and this is a prime example of that. Brilliant illustrations, lots of information – in every way just what a reference book should be.
by Dr Horton
Great
by mummyofharry&kieran
Bought this for a train enthusiast child and it was well received and appreciated.
by Tomáš Nečas
Fast shipping, book as desribed. Thanks!
by LOUISA
Great book. Benjamin loves it.
by Mrs. S. E. Russell
Great book for everyone! Good layout, interesting pictures. Arrived well packaged and quickly!
by Alykat
My 8 year old son loved this book. We have read it all from cover to cover. A great history of trains and some wonderful pictures for him to look at. I would highly recommend for any train fan