With over 400 high quality maps, plans, and photographs this book brings the subject to life, revealing all aspects of rail transportation and technology. Hardcover Easton Press edition. Fine in quality and still wrapped in publisher's shrinkwrap. Large quarto, bound in genuine leather, navy in color, with gilt writing and imagery. Illustration of a train on the front cover. Spine has raised bands. All edges are gilt with a sewn-in silk ribbon. Pastedown and endpapers are texturized and copper in color. Full-color photographs.