Download or read book More Amazing Extraordinary Railway Facts written by Julian Holland and published by F+W Media, Inc.. This book was released on 2012-02-01 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Another fascinating miscellany that will delight railway buffs everywhere. The branch lines of transport history are fully explored and all who love trains will delight in stories of the old railway companies, famous engines, discontinued lines, and all sorts of other railway trivia.
Download or read book Amazing and Extraordinary Facts Trains and Railways written by Julian Holland and published by David & Charles Publishers. This book was released on 2011 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Includes trivia for the railway buff from the famous steam trains that puffed across the British countryside to long forgotten journeys to facts about the history of the railways.
Download or read book More Unusual Railways written by John Robert Day and published by . This book was released on 1960 with total page 248 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Information on monorails and unorthodox systems, with illustrations.
Download or read book 400 Thrilling Unbelievable Train Facts for Enthusiasts written by Nathan Ward and published by . This book was released on 2024 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover profiles of legendary locomotives, fascinating traditions, the cultural impact trains have had, and more in this fact-packed work.
Download or read book Train written by DK and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2022-09-06 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Enjoy this journey through the fascinating history of trains in this picture-packed celebration of the story of trains and how they have transformed our world. Discover how George Stephenson’s dream of a steam-powered railway changed the world. Look inside a locomotive to understand how the piston turns the wheels. Learn how the railroads helped to shape the history of America. Read how the electric and diesel power provided more speed and efficiency, and take a glimpse into the future to see how trains keep transforming how we travel! DK Eyewitness Train also looks beyond the trains and tracks to learn about the people who built the railroads and keep them running. Cross continents, too, as you find out about some of the great train journeys of the world. Become an eyewitness to the wonders of one of history’s greatest inventions, from royal trains to record-breakers, overcoming obstacles to traveling underground, this picture-led guide will take you on a visual tour of trains like never before. Throughout the pages of this newly- revised incredible history book, you can expect to find: -Up to 20 per cent new images, including photography and updated diagrams -All information updated by expert consultants -Packed with amazing facts, infographics, statistics, and timelines -Includes brand new eyewitness accounts from experts in the field This museum in a book uses striking full-color photographs and illustrations as well as amazing facts, infographics, statistics, and timelines to help bring the extraordinary high-powered world of trains to life before your very eyes. The unique visual approach immerses curious children in every page, making this a must-have volume for curious children aged 9+ with a thirst for knowledge and learning, alongside teachers, parents and librarians. So, what’s new? Part of DK’s best-selling Eyewitness series, this popular title has been reinvigorated for the next generation of information-seekers and stay-at-home explorers, with a fresh new look, up to 20 percent new images, including photography and updated diagrams, updated information, and a new “eyewitness” feature with fascinating first-hand accounts from experts in the field. Explore the series! Globally, the Eyewitness series has sold more than 50 million copies over 30 years. Join the journey to combat climate change with Eyewitness Climate Change or take a trip aboard the most famous ship in history with Eyewitness Titanic.
Download or read book The Guinness Book of Rail Facts and Feats written by John Marshall and published by . This book was released on 1975 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The beginnings - The pioneers - The lines - Motive power - Trains - Miscellany - Railways in human affairs and the arts.
Download or read book Railways written by Julian Holland and published by . This book was released on 2015-09-25 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A collection of British railway facts and stories. The book includes lists of longest tunnels, widest bridges and powerful locomotives, as well as looking at the dismal failure of Brunel's atmospheric railway in South Devon and the rags-to-riches tale of Frank Hornby.
Download or read book Rolling Beyond the Horizon written by House Of Abundance Publications and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2023-09-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you ready to embark on an extraordinary journey through the fascinating world of trains? Step aboard as we roll beyond the horizon, uncovering the awe-inspiring history, mind-blowing technology, and captivating stories that have shaped these incredible machines. "Rolling Beyond the Horizon: Fascinating Facts About Trains" is your ticket to a thrilling adventure filled with wonder, knowledge, and an insatiable passion for the rails. Key Benefits: Discover the Marvels of Train Evolution: Delve into the evolution of trains from their humble steam-powered beginnings to the sleek and efficient locomotives of the modern era. Witness the incredible advancements that revolutionized transportation and how trains reshaped the world. Engaging Stories of Human Ingenuity: Unearth the gripping tales of engineers and visionaries who conquered daunting challenges to connect distant lands and unite societies. From building awe-inspiring bridges to overcoming treacherous terrains, their perseverance and brilliance will leave you inspired. Journey through Iconic Railways: Take a virtual ride on some of the world's most famous railways, such as the legendary Orient Express, the adventurous Trans-Siberian Railway, and the breathtaking Swiss Glacier Express. Experience the allure of luxurious train travel and stunning landscapes. The Lure of Vintage Locomotives: Immerse yourself in the nostalgia of vintage locomotives as we explore classic steam engines and timeless models that have left an indelible mark on history. Relive the golden age of train travel and the allure of the past. Technological Wonders Unveiled: Peek into the future with cutting-edge train technologies, magnetic levitation systems, and the race toward ultra-high-speed trains. Discover how science and innovation are propelling trains into a new era. Unusual and Spectacular Train Routes: Venture off the beaten track and explore peculiar train routes that traverse breathtaking landscapes, daring heights, and gravity-defying angles. Brace yourself for remarkable feats of engineering! Join us as we celebrate the magic of trains and the boundless spirit of exploration. "Rolling Beyond the Horizon: Fascinating Facts About Trains" is a captivating blend of historical insights, awe-inspiring photography, and riveting anecdotes that will leave you marveling at the wonders of rail travel. Whether you are a lifelong enthusiast or a newcomer to the world of trains, this book promises to spark your curiosity and ignite a new passion for the iron giants on wheels.
Download or read book Amazing and Extraordinary Railway Facts written by Julian Holland and published by David & Charles. This book was released on 2007 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: TRAINS & RAILWAYS: GENERAL INTEREST. This is a collection of fascinating and diverse British railway facts and stories to read in any spare moment. Travel back to the age of steam and discover the world's oldest active steam locomotive before becoming up-to-date with railways in films, such as Harry Potter. In addition to the fascinating lists of longest tunnels, widest bridges and most powerful locomotives, ponder the dismal failure of Brunel's atmospheric railway in South Devon, before reading the rags-to riches tale of Frank Hornby. From the sublime to the ridiculous and the euphoric to the poignant, every railway enthusiast is catered for.
Download or read book Extraordinary Railway Journeys written by Tom Savio and published by New Holland Australia(AU). This book was released on 2004 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This superbly illustrated book features 24 of the most exceptional railway journeys in the world, from the superlative Venice Simplon-Orient Express, which has provided luxury transport across Europe to priviledged travellers since 1883 to the Savannahlander that crosses the hot and dusty track between Cairns and Forsayth in Queensland, Australia. All the excursions can be made today, and practical information and contact details are given at the back of the book for those who want to undertake them. Star through the Alaskan wilderness to the frigid reaches of the Arctic Circle in Norway; from the Vistadome that takes travellers to the mysterious Machu Picchu in Peru to the Jitong Line, which is plied by one of China's last steam trains. This select portfolio of stories is presented by respected travel and railway writers from around the globe, each of whom has recent first-hand experience of the journeys they have written about. Authoritative and precise, the text also clearly conveys the authors' passion for the lines, locomotives and carriages, and their deep respect for the men who planned and built them.
Download or read book Great Railway Journeys of the World written by Max Wade-Matthews and published by Hermes House (UK). This book was released on 1998 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There are few finer experiences than the thrill of a great railway journey. "Great Railway Journeys of the World" describes 95 outstanding railway journeys in all parts of the globe, experienced firsthand by a team of expert writers. For luxury and romance there is nothing to touch traveling on the Orient Express, the Blue Train from Cape Town to Pretoria or the wonderful nostalgic "Palace on Wheels" in Rajistan. The many extraordinary feats of engineering described include the Trans-Siberian Railway from Moscow to Vladivostock, the Trans-Andine Railway in Chile with its 26 tunnels in 44 miles, and the Brazilian line from Santos where the carriages are still hoisted up the Serro do Mar on a rope. For lovers of the latest and fastest trains there is the high-speed line from Tokyo to Osaka, or London to Bern by Eurostar and TGV. Long or short, modern or historic, broad-gauge or narrow, each of the journeys described here will whet the appetites of rail enthusiasts everywhere. Packed with information - historical, geographical and technical - and with over 700 photographs of the world's most remarkable trains, often set against a backdrop of stunning scenery, this monumental book bears eloquent witness to the enduring romance of rail travel. -- Contains accounts of nearly 100 of the world's most legendary train journeys -- Includes such departure points and destinations as Boston, Venice, Pretoria, The Khyber Pass, Darjeeling, Fuji, Sydney, Edinburgh, and many, many more -- Comprehensively illustrated with over 700 pictures of the locomotives themselves, their stations and the tracks that links beautiful scenery with bustling metropolis.
Download or read book The World s Great Rail Journeys written by Brian Solomon and published by . This book was released on 2022-10-20 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The World's Great Rail Journeys describes over 50 of the world's most exciting, unusual, and exotic railway journeys, including North America, Europe, Africa, Asia, and Australasia, updated to include photographs of new trains travelling on the same spectacular routes. Each journey is accompanied by a route map and is described in terms of the technical challenges of the construction of the track as well as the stunning views to be seen while travelling on the trains. One of the most famous, the Orient Express route from Paris to Istanbul, is historical and no longer possible as a single journey but full details of how to trace the route today accompany the description of the original concept. Other journeys are included because of the exciting countryside they pass through, such as the spectacular railways in the Canadian Rockies, or the challenging nature of the route, such as India's Darjeeling Himalayan Railways, or the Indian Pacific which runs across Australia from Perth to Sydney.
Download or read book More Great Railway Journeys written by Benedict Allen and published by . This book was released on 1996 with total page 190 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Train written by John Coiley and published by DK Children. This book was released on 2000 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Traces the development of railways from the first Babylonian rutways to the electromagnetic, driverless trains of today and describes how trains are built and operated.
Download or read book The Extraordinary Daddy Long Legs Railway of Brighton written by Martin Easdown and published by Amberley Publishing Limited. This book was released on 2019-08-15 with total page 182 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lavishly illustrated throughout, Martin Easdown tells the story of seaside Daddy-Long-Legs Railway icon.
Download or read book The Great Book of Trains written by John Brian Hollingsworth and published by . This book was released on 1998 with total page 413 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides the history, detailed illustrations and technical descriptions of over 300 locomotives.
Download or read book Dr Beeching s Axe 50 Years On written by Julian Holland and published by F+W Media, Inc.. This book was released on 2013-09-27 with total page 355 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Julian Holland's Dr Beeching's Axe 50 Years On is a unique memorial to all that was lost following the publication of the ‘Beeching Report’ on 27 March 1963. Uniquely, the author has tried to include every railway line that was closed as a result of the ‘Beeching Report’, and more. They are all shown on Map 9 in Part 2 of the ‘Report’ and have been annotated for clarity at the beginning of each regional chapter in the book. Needless to say it is not plain sailing: there are lines that were marked for closure on the maps but were closed before publication of the ‘Report’; there are lines that were not originally on Beeching’s original hit list but which were closed anyway; there are lines that were originally marked down for closure but which were fortunately reprieved. There are even one or two which seem to have not existed at all! The author has included them all.
