Make your railroad more true-to-life and interesting by adopting realistic operation principles. Covers the history, practice, terminology and benefits of operating realistically. Guides the reader through the steps leading to realistic operation, and includes pictorial examples of working model railroads and operating sessions. Softcover, 96 pages, 125 color and 25 B&W photos, 40 illustrations, 8-1/4 x 10-3/4".