On Track: The remarkable story of how trains have changed our world
All aboard for a journey through time and across continents!Jam-packed with fascinating facts and bright illustrations, this is the captivating story of how trains have transformed our world. This book showcases the railway’s incredible engineering breakthroughs – from the earliest trains used in underground mines, to the advent of the steam train, right up to the latest driverless trains, and mag-lev technology. With this complete, colorful guide to the past, present, and future of the railway:
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- Marvel at some of the world’s most spectacular stations
- Discover iconic train journeys, like the Orient Express and the Pacific Railroad
- Learn about the trains used in social protests and during times of war
- Understand the changing role of women and people of color in the industry
- Decode the inner workings of these magnificent machines
- Meet rail heroes and innovators, including George Stephenson, Mary Elizabeth Walton and Hideo Shima
On Track: The remarkable story of how trains have changed our world
All aboard for a journey through time and across continents!Jam-packed with fascinating facts and bright illustrations, this is the captivating story of how trains have transformed our world. This book showcases the railway’s incredible engineering breakthroughs – from the earliest trains used in underground mines, to the advent of the steam train, right up to the latest driverless trains, and mag-lev technology. With this complete, colorful guide to the past, present, and future of the railway:
- Marvel at some of the world’s most spectacular stations
- Discover iconic train journeys, like the Orient Express and the Pacific Railroad
- Learn about the trains used in social protests and during times of war
- Understand the changing role of women and people of color in the industry
- Decode the inner workings of these magnificent machines
- Meet rail heroes and innovators, including George Stephenson, Mary Elizabeth Walton and Hideo Shima
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Product Details
ISBN-13: | 9780711284845 |
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Publisher: | Wide Eyed Editions |
Publication date: | 10/01/2024 |
Pages: | 96 |
Product dimensions: | 10.07(w) x 12.20(h) x (d) |
Age Range: | 7 - 10 Years |
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