Author: Karen Parker
This book examines how modern steam locomotive works, including all its major sub-systems and appliances. Illustrations show how each part of the locomotive fits into the overall functioning, some background on each aspect of each function, and examples of various locomotives from a wide variety of railroads all over the U.S. The book is written for the layman to understanding providing a really easy to comprehend, yet technically competent and complete volume that will be valuable for anyone interested in the steam era.
Format: Hardbound
Pages: 96
Length: 8.5 x 11
ISBN-13: 9780939487899
ISBN: 0939487896
Catalog ID: 150171