Locomotion: A Visual History of Trains
Traversing continent’s and time, describing a dizzying description of every type of locomotion ancient, unique and futuristic, this is a delightful book for any curious young person in their early teens. With fascinating insights about the evolution of the train throughout the world, the narrative delves into the many quirky manifestations of the locomotive throughout the decades. All of the descriptions are accompanied by beautifully crafted and highly effective illustrations, creating a fantastic historical narrative.
From Stephens’ famous rocket to the California Zephyr, all variety of trains and trams are described in loving detail. This book explores famous railway routes, magnificent stations and the advent and development of the various underground systems. It also considers quirky aspects such as the invention of complex signalling systems, something originally conducted from horse back with flags! Exploring the train’s history in wartime and during more peaceable times and Interestingly, those times when train usage seemed in terminal decline. The narrative compellingly describes the likely future trends with the advent of vastly superior trains of the future, all wonderfully illustrated.
This stunning book was a delight to review. The quality of the illustrations is amazing, it is clearly a publication that had to have been a labour of love.
