COLIN GARRATT

The history and development of the train and an evocative guide to the world's great railway journeys. Over 1500 photographs of locomotives from around the world. A definitive history of locomotive technology from the great steam engines of the 1830s to the electronic speed trains of the present day.

Covers all areas of locomotive history from 1950 to the end of the 20th century. Chronologically ordered for easy reference. From China to Scandinavia, the locomotives of the world are covered with over 350 photographs and illustrations. This fascinating insight into the development of the locomotive from the middle of the last century, up to today''s awe-inspiring high-speed passenger trains, will appeal to every railway enthusiast. Information boxes outline engines'' specifications and every aspect of technical data. This is an exhaustive reference work that looks at the pivotal moments in railway history - an evolution in transport that formed one of the major building blocks in the consolidation of the development of the modern world.