Australian Steam Locomotives, 1896-1958
Download or Read eBook Australian Steam Locomotives, 1896-1958 PDF written by and published by . This book was released on 1997 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle.
| Author | : |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 0 |
| Release | : 1997 |
| ISBN-10 | : 086417778X |
| ISBN-13 | : 9780864177780 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (8X Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Australian Steam Locomotives, 1896-1958 by :
Book excerpt: Journey back by rail to a time when steam locomotives were considered the method of transportation in Australia. Over 146 locomotives are featured in lovingly crafted, full-color paintings done by artist Jim Turner. Each watercolor painting is done to scale to allow for comparisons between different models. A pictorial index allows readers to quickly view all models at a glance. Essential technical details, such as size, engine capacity, and historical use of the train, is given. "Australian Steam Locomotives 1896-1958" is the perfect addition to the library of any serious train buff or technical artist. -- Vibrant watercolor paintings bring the iron machines of a forgotten era roaring back to life!
