All aboard for an extraordinary journey through the history of railways with this vibrant, fact-filled book, perfect for young train enthusiasts! On Track takes readers on an adventure from the first trains used in mines, through the steam age, and into the future with cutting-edge mag-lev and driverless technology.
This engaging book is packed with fascinating facts, eye-catching illustrations, and showcases the railway’s incredible engineering feats. Discover how trains have transformed our cities, industries, and the way we live. More Details
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- Explore iconic rail journeys like the Orient Express and Pacific Railroad.
- Marvel at the world’s most spectacular stations and engineering innovations.
- Learn about trains used in historical moments, from social protests to wartime.
- Meet railway heroes and innovators like George Stephenson, Mary Elizabeth Walton, and Hideo Shima.
- Decode the inner workings of trains, from steam engines to high-speed suspension railways.
- Uncover how railways shaped industry, commerce, and even our time zones.
A colourful, engaging tribute to the railways, this book is not just about trains—it’s about their transformative role in our lives, from the past to the present, and beyond. The perfect gift for budding train enthusiasts, this book promises to fuel imaginations and inspire a lifelong fascination with railways.
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age group
5 yrs +
CompositionPaper, card
formatHardback
Product code551731
product dimensions31 x 25.6 x 0.5 cm
publisherWide Eyed Editions
Suitable forChildren
Full Product Description
- Explore iconic rail journeys like the Orient Express and Pacific Railroad.
- Marvel at the world’s most spectacular stations and engineering innovations.
- Learn about trains used in historical moments, from social protests to wartime.
- Meet railway heroes and innovators like George Stephenson, Mary Elizabeth Walton, and Hideo Shima.
- Decode the inner workings of trains, from steam engines to high-speed suspension railways.
- Uncover how railways shaped industry, commerce, and even our time zones.
A colourful, engaging tribute to the railways, this book is not just about trains—it’s about their transformative role in our lives, from the past to the present, and beyond. The perfect gift for budding train enthusiasts, this book promises to fuel imaginations and inspire a lifelong fascination with railways.
Specifications
age group5 yrs +
CompositionPaper, card
formatHardback
Product code551731
product dimensions31 x 25.6 x 0.5 cm
publisherWide Eyed Editions
Suitable forChildren
Customer Reviews
- Judith M.Verified BuyerReviewingOn Track: The Remarkable Story of How Trains Have Changed Our WorldI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars9 months agoExcellent
So pleased with this book. Beautifully illustrated and so descriptive. Bought for a 9 year old who is mad about trains. Will be such a good reference book to last him for years.
- Terri C.Verified BuyerReviewingOn Track: The Remarkable Story of How Trains Have Changed Our WorldI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars1 year agoBeautiful book
It is a absolutely lovely book, my train obsessed grandson will love it.
