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Model Trains → Books and Misc. → Books - Historical
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Features: Following World War II, General Motors Corporation held a virtual monopoly in the bus building business. Their Truck and Coach Division was responsible for many industry-standard and innovative designs including the "New Look" transit and suburban buses. First appearing in 1959, these buses remained nearly the same until a facelift in 1995. This book chronicles the 'look' in color and black and white images. John McKane. Paperback, 8-1/2 x 11", 128 pages, 50 color and 120 b/w images.
...more about the Motorbooks International Iconografix Book -- Welcome Aboard the GM New Look Bus
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Features: The legendary Long Island Rail Road was chartered in 1834, and today it's the busiest commuter railroad on the continent, carrying over 81 million passengers each year. "Long Island Rail Road Railroad Color History" covers the life and times of the LIRR in informative text and photos. Author Stan Fischler gives readers a look at the line's early days, construction, upgrades and changes under Pennsy ownership, and locos and cars over its entire existence. 160 pages, hardbound.
...more about the Motorbooks International Railroad Color History -- Long Island Rail Road
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Features: This book traces C&O from where it enters West Virginia in Alleghany Tunnel until it exits the state across the Big Sandy Bridge at Kenova. Many great photos are included, mainly from the C&OHS collection, as well as maps and even building drawings. Something for everyone interested in the C&O in West Virginia. Softcover, 8-1/2 x 10-7/8", 80 pages, 25 color photos, 120 b/w photos.
...more about the Motorbooks International Book -- Chesapeake & Ohio in West Virginia 1940-1960
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Features: From the might of the major rail companies and their empires to the romance of rail travel, this book celebrates the glory and grandeur of American railroading. Features vintage photographs, modern images, maps, timetables, tickets, brochures and more. Claude Wiatrowski. Hardcover, 9 x 12", 256 pages, 350 color & 150 b/w images, 25 diagrams.
...more about the Motorbooks International Book -- Railroads Across North America
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Features: For decades the New York Central reigned as one of Americas most important railroads. Beginning with the 1853 consolidation of a group of fledgling railways that formed a route from Buffalo to Albany, the New York Central grew into a powerhouse transportation company with more than 10,000 route miles. This illustrated history of the railroad that grew to power under the Vanderbilt dynasty covers every aspect of the New York Central through its 1968 merger with longtime rival Pennsylvania Railroad and the eventual merger of Penn Centrals successor, Conrail, into Norfolk Southern and CSX. Along the way, readers are treated to a selection of archival photographs, co
...more about the Motorbooks International MBI Railroad Color History Series Book -- New York Central Railroad
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Features: Pennsylvania Railroad is a look at the influential railroad that blanketed the east. Its vast holdings of rail lines, mines, real estate and more blanketed 13 states. The 10,000-mile rail system served the most populous part of the country and connected major industrial and commercial centers. Authored by noted railroad experts Mike Schafer and Brian Solomon, this book examines the history of the PRR from its humble beginnings to its end with the Penn Central merger in 1968, and includes a look at surviving PRR legacies. Hardbound, 160 pages.
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Features: The Southern Pacific Railroad was an empire that stretched from the lush forests of Oregon to the Gulf port of New Orleans. With its headquarters in San Francisco, the road moved the lion's share of freight moving from California to the east; lumber, produce, oil and imports were its mainstays. By the time of its absorption into the UP system, the road had grown to over 17,000 miles stretching all the way to Chicago and St. Louis via subsidiaries Cotton Belt. This history by noted rail istorian Brian Solomon tells the tale of SPs development from 1861 through the 1996 merger with UP. This exciting book features over 150 photos, plus maps, period ads, timetables a
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Features: While the steam locomotive today has a place in our hearts, in earlier years it was the key to continental travel. This book gives a fascinating look into the successes and failures of the locomotive builders, then on the cutting edge of technology. Each builder is considered in its place of toil. Philadelphia, Schenectady and Lima, Ohio are here with a host of other locations from New England to San Francisco. The Canadian builders are included. Hardcover, 8-3/4 x 11-1/4, 266 pages, 300 b&w photos.
...more about the Motorbooks International TLC Book -- North American Steam Locomotive Builders and Their Insignia
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Features: For more than a century, taxis have rolled through America's streets carrying passengers down the block and across town, from the train station and to the airport. Enjoy the experience as you page through the photographs and learn the history of famous taxi companies like Yellow, General and Checker and the forgotten names of Hupmobile, Rockwell and more. This colorful book takes you through the effects of regulation and technical advance and showcases unusual taxis, oddball features and taxi memorabilia. Chris Monier. Paperback, 8-1/2 x 11", 144 pages, 200 color & 250 b/w images.
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Features: Only 225-miles long, the West Point Route had full-blown passenger and freight operations. Operating in Georgia and Alabama, the route consisted of the Western Railway of Alabama and the Atlanta & West Point Railroad and was controlled by Atlantic Coast Line with Southern, forwarding such trains as the Piedmont Limited and The Crescent. This detailed book provides a well-documented history of the road once considered by David Morgan of Trains magazine to be the "All American Railroad". Robert Hanson. Hardcover, 8-3/4 x 11-1/4", 191 Pages.
...more about the Motorbooks International Book -- The West Point Route-The Atlanta & West Point Railroad & Western RR of Alabama
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Features: Now leaving on Track 1, the North Coast Limited. Travel aboard the streamlined Vista Dome through Minnesota's Lake Region, the vast North Dakota prairies, Montana's magnificent Rocky Mountains, the lakes and forests of Idaho and the inland empire of Spokane to Puget Sound and the great seaports of Seattle-Tacoma and Portland. Using vintage photos, this book covers the 30s through the 60s highlighting the Vista Dome passenger trains, NP's locomotives, freight cars, MOWs and cabooses. John Kelly. Paperback, 10-1/4 x 8-1/2", 128 pages, 122 b/w images.
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Features: A critical link between the towns and suburbs surrounding Chicago, commuter rail has been part of the metro area for more than 100 years. This book reviews the Chicago commuter before the development of the RTA, Metra and NICTD. Includes services offered on the Chicago & North Western, The Milwaukee Road, Illinois Central, Rock Island, Burlington and more before the development of the Metra Commuter Rail Service and the Indiana Commuter Transportation District (South Shore). Patrick Dorin. Paperback, 8-1/2 x 11", 128 pages, 40 color & 160 b/w images.
...more about the Motorbooks International Iconografix Book -- Chicagoland Commuter Railroads
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Features: Take a colorful look at the Keystone States historic railroads with Brian Solomon. Discover the legacy of tourist roads, museums and destinations from Steamtown USA to the famed Horseshoe Curve and more. Beautifully illustrated with modern photos, archival images and specially commissioned maps, this book is both a handy guide and a tribute to Pennsylvania's railway history. Hardcover, 8-1/2 x 11".
...more about the Motorbooks International MBI Railroad Color History Book -- Norfolk Southern Railway
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Features: Steve Barry. Details the evolution of various forms of North American rolling stock from the Golden Age to the present. Each chapter covers a specific car type from boxcars to intermodals and even MOW equipment. More than 250 photographs with detailed captions explain their roles in the history of North American railroading. Softbound, 192 pages, 6-1/2 x 8-1/4".
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Features: Perhaps the most well-known railroad in transportation history, the Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe Railway grew from humble beginnings in 1868 to an icon of the American West. Connecting Chicago with Los Angeles and the Southwest, the road was the home to the famous Super Chief and high-speed freights. The 1995 merger with Burlington Northern ensured its continued preeminence as a part of BNSF Railway. Noted railroad author Steve Glischinski takes railfans on a tour of the Santa Fe's entire history, throughout the American Midwest and Southwest. The book also features notable Santa Fe locomotives, from diminutive 4-4-0 steam models to the Super Fleet diesel-electric
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