In 1835, there were 175 steam locomotives in service in the United States. By 1900, that number had increased to 37,663. In this new edition of his classic work, renowned railroad historian John H. White, Jr., chronicles the explosive growth and development of the steam locomotive in America, from the first British imports to the New York elevated locomotives of the 1880s. 292 illustrations.
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In 1835, there were 175 steam locomotives in service in the United States. By 1900, that number had increased to 37,663. In this new edition of his classic work, renowned railroad historian John H. White, Jr., chronicles the explosive growth and development of the steam locomotive in America, from the first British imports to the New York elevated locomotives of the 1880s. 292 illustrations.
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Good. Size: 10x1x9; Hardcover and dust jacket. Good binding and cover. Stain on edge. xxvi, 593 pages: illustrations; 24 x 26 cm. In 1835, there were 175 steam locomotives in service in the United States. By 1900, that number had increased to 37, 663. In this new edition of his classic work, renowned railroad historian John H. White, Jr., chronicles the explosive growth and development of the steam locomotive in America, from the first British imports to the New York elevated locomotives of the 1880s. This is an oversized or heavy book, which requires additional postage for international delivery outside the US.
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Very Good. Hardcover. 4to. Oblong. John Hopkins University Press, Baltimore, MD. 1997. 624 pgs. Illustrated with Black and White Plates. Revised and Enlarged Edition. DJ has light shelf-wear present to the DJ extremities. Bound in cloth with titles present to the spine. Boards have light wear present to the extremities of the boards. No ownership marks present. Text is clean and free of marks. Binding tight and solid. In 1835, there were 175 steam locomotives in service in the United States. By 1900, that number had increased to 37, 663. In this classic work, renowned railroad historian John H. White, Jr., chronicles the explosive growth and development of the steam locomotive in America--from the first British imports to the New York elevated locomotives of the 1880s.; 10.75 X 1.75 X 9.5 inches; 624 pages.
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Near fine/very good. 24 x 26 cm. 593 pages. There is a two inch closed tear at bottom front of jacket. with clear tape. Some very light edge rubbing to jacket.
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Fine. Fine DJ. No Exp Johns Hopkins University Press 1997 First Edition NL with 1 LARGE OVER SIZE HEAVY ITEM 4.25 Pounds. Wide Format 9.5 x 10.75 x 1.75 inches.
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Like New in Like New jacket. Second Edition, First Printing. Published by Johns Hopkins University Press, 1997. Octavo. Book is like new. Dust jacket is like new. An excellent copy of this history of American locomotives, specifically during the 19th century. 100% positive feedback. 30 day money back guarantee. NEXT DAY SHIPPING! Excellent customer service. Please email with any questions or if you would like a photo. All books packed carefully and ship with free delivery confirmation/tracking. All books come with free bookmarks. Ships from Sag Harbor, New York.
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