ISBN: 9780760333365 - steam power (9 Ergebnisse)

Paperback. Zustand: Good. They steamed westward with America, carrying goods and people to the new frontier. They powered through the industrial revolution, moving with the times. And they transported a nation in motion, soldiers and settlers and immigrants, captains of industry and itinerant laborers. These were the steam locomotives that ruled the rails and kept America moving and working for more than a century. Pictured here in more than 250 modern photographs of restored and preserved models, these locomotives evoke the railroads golden age and stand as a powerful reminder of the industrys might. The book offers a pictorial history of the evolution of steam power from the early nineteenth century to the demise of steam power after World War II; detailed captions identify each pictured locomotive and explain its role in the history of American motive power. Featuring every prominent wheel configuration as well as shrouded streamlined locomotives, Steam Power conveys the grand geographic and technological breadth of North American railroading.…

Paperback. Zustand: As New. No Jacket. Pages are clean and are not marred by notes or folds of any kind. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Zustand: Very Good. Very Good condition. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp. Bundled media such as CDs, DVDs, floppy disks or access codes may not be included.

Zustand: Good. First. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Zustand: Good. First. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Softcover. Zustand: Very Good. Glossy, full-color photo book featuring steam locomotives, including modern pictures of restored and working train engines. 192 pages, a few dogears, index.

Softcover. 1st Edition. Small Quarto Size [approx 17.5cm x 24cm]. Near Fine condition, card covers. Illustrated with Colour photographs. 192 pages. Traces the evolution of steam locomotives from the 19th century. Robust, professional packaging and tracking provided for all parcels.

Paperback. Zustand: Brand New. 1st edition. 192 pages. 8.10x6.40x0.60 inches. In Stock.