Hamlyn History of Trains, Colin Garratt

Hamlyn History of Trains is a complete history of the world's most significant trains, routes and builders. 

All areas of rail travel are covered including high-speed passenger services, steam, diesel, freight, underground, industrial and even armoured trains used in World War II.

Some trains have transcended mere functionality and gone down in folklore as a symbol of the times.  Locomotives like the Rocket, Puffing Billy and even the Japanese bullet trains are more than simply transport; the Orient Express and Canadian Pacific more than just routes, and this book brings these and others to life with over 200 stunning pictures.