Streamliners -- Hardcover, 208 Pages

Discover the fascinating history of a full range of railroads subjects with Quarto Publications hard- and softcover books, perfect for research and modeling. Explores the historical and scientific context for the development of streamlined locomotives and trains that became standard-bearers of North American speed and luxury, and enduring icons of pop culture. Illustrated with rare historic photographs in both black and white and color, as well as period advertising, route maps, and patent design drawings, Streamliners tells the story of the fascinating technologies and styling trends that forever changed the look of American railroading. Hardcover, 208 pages.