A History of the American Locomotive

A History of the American Locomotive

Author: John H. White

Publisher: Courier Corporation

Published: 1979-01-01

Total Pages: 532

ISBN-13: 9780486238180

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Important and beautifully illustrated volume chronicles the explosive growth of the American locomotive from British imports to grand ten-wheelers of the 1870s. Over 240 vintage photographs, drawings, and diagrams tell the exciting tale. Introduction. Appendices. Index.


Locomotive Engineman's Manual

Locomotive Engineman's Manual

Author: W. P. James

Publisher: Lulu.com

Published: 2008-08-01

Total Pages: 475

ISBN-13: 0981652689

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Originally printed in 1919, The Engineman's Manual was intended to be used in the instruction of locomotive engineers, firemen, and railroad mechanics. It features dozens of chapters concerning every aspect of the steam locomotive power plant and control systems, including the air brakes. This high quality reprint includes all of the original text ¿ nearly 500 pages worth ¿ in an easy-to-read 8.5x11 format. It's a must-have for any fan, of the age of steam!