New York Central's Great Steel Fleet, 1948-1967
New York Central's Great Steel Fleet, 1948-1967

Author: Geoffrey H. Doughty

Publisher: TLC Publishing (VA)

Published: 1999

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781883089467

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New York CentralÆs Great Steel Fleet 1948-1967 Geoffrey H. Doughty.Revised, expanded, and better than ever! Doughty chronicles the glory years of one of the finest rail passenger operations in the US. Passengers aboard the NY CentralÆs ôGreat Steel Fleet" were assured of outstanding service and state-of-the-art equipment, designed and decorated by AmericaÆs premierindustrial engineers. An engaging text and virtually all-new photographs examine the postwar renais sance and ultimate twilight of the Great Steel Fleet, reflecting on the period of American history when ôFirst Class" meant more than just a wider seat. Rev. ed. Hdbd., 8 1/2"x 11", 154 pgs., 18 b&w ill., 2 color.

Classic American Streamliners
Classic American Streamliners

Author: Mike Schafer

Publisher: MBI Publishing Company

Published: 1997

Total Pages: 183

ISBN-13: 0760303770

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Richly illustrated with over 200 photos, this book tells the story of railroad streamliners, from their early days as short little articulated speedsters to their halcyon years as 20-car "cities on wheels"--Places that were going somewhere. And it also tells a story of a time of individuality, when streamliners reflected the personality of the regions they served.

Encyclopedia of North American Railroads
Encyclopedia of North American Railroads

Author: William D Middleton

Publisher: Indiana University Press

Published: 2007-04-06

Total Pages: 1295

ISBN-13: 0253027993

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Lavishly illustrated and a joy to read, this authoritative reference work on the North American continent's railroads covers the U.S., Canadian, Mexican, Central American, and Cuban systems. The encyclopedia's over-arching theme is the evolution of the railroad industry and the historical impact of its progress on the North American continent. This thoroughly researched work examines the various aspects of the industry's development: technology, operations, cultural impact, the evolution of public policy regarding the industry, and the structural functioning of modern railroads. More than 500 alphabetical entries cover a myriad of subjects, including numerous entries profiling the principal companies, suppliers, manufacturers, and individuals influencing the history of the rails. Extensive appendices provide data regarding weight, fuel, statistical trends, and more, as well as a list of 130 vital railroad books. Railfans will treasure this indispensable work.

Anchor of Resolve
Anchor of Resolve

Author: Robert J. Schneller

Publisher: Military Bookshop

Published: 2007-12-01

Total Pages: 144

ISBN-13: 9781782661139

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This illustrated history covers the history of the U.S. Navy in the Middle East. America's interests in the Middle East, southwest Asia, and eastern Africa date almost to the founding of the nation. Since World War II, the Navy has been the first line of defense for these interests. From the establishment of the Middle East Force (MEF) in 1949 through the beginning of the 21st century, the U.S. Navy served as a force for stability and peace in the region.

Feeding Desire
Feeding Desire

Author: Sarah Coffin

Publisher: Assouline

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 296

ISBN-13:

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"Eating is a social ritual, satisfying the needs of the body and building human relationships. For centuries, flatware and cutlery have served as extensions of our hands, enriching how we experience food and the act of eating. Knives, forks, and spoons are among our most intimate objects of daily use ; they come between hand and mouth, articulating the experience of dining. Accompanying a major exhibition at the Smithsonian's Cooper-Hewitt, National Design Museum, 'Feeding Desire : Design and the Tools of the Table, 1500-2005' explores the evolution, physical forms, and social meanings of eating utensils over the past five centuries. Seven original essays accompanied by over 200 full-color and black-and-white illustrations reveal changing ideas about food, fashion, decoration, mobility, hygiene, and consumption."--