{"product_id":"on-track","title":"On Track","description":"All aboard for a journey through time and across continents!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJam-packed with fascinating facts and bright illustrations, this is the captivating story of how trains have transformed our world.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This book showcases the railway’s incredible engineering breakthroughs – from the earliest trains used in underground mines, to the advent of the steam train, right up to the latest driverless trains and mag-lev technology.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e With this complete, colourful guide to the past, present and future of the railway:\u003cbr\u003e    Marvel at some of the world’s most spectacular stations  Discover iconic train journeys like the Orient Express and the Pacific Railroad  Learn about the trains used in social protests and during times of war  Understand the changing role of women and people of colour in the industry Decode the inner workings of these magnificent machines  Meet rail heroes and innovators including George Stephenson, Mary Elizabeth Walton and Hideo Shima  And, as well as classic locos from history, readers can also delight in record-breaking train stats and learn about sky trains, suspension railways and monorails.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e But the book also explores the enormous impact that railways have had on our lives, including the development of industry and commerce, the growth of our cities – even the setting of time zones.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is a colourful, celebratory tribute to trains. These powerful machines opened the world to people like never before, and they continue to capture hearts and imaginations today. Look no further for the perfect gift for young train enthusiasts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTable of contents:\u003cbr\u003e Introduction\u003cbr\u003e Chapter 1: The Origins of the Railways\u003cbr\u003e The Earliest Railways\u003cbr\u003e The First Passenger Railway\u003cbr\u003e The Liverpool and Manchester\u003cbr\u003e Rail Hero: George Stephenson\u003cbr\u003e Chapter 2: Rail Around the World\u003cbr\u003e Early Steam – US Style\u003cbr\u003e European Steam\u003cbr\u003e Crossing the Uncrossable\u003cbr\u003e Classic Loco: Stephenson’s Rocket\u003cbr\u003e Chapter 3: Golden Age of Steam\u003cbr\u003e Amazing Engineering\u003cbr\u003e Statement Stations\u003cbr\u003e Chapter 4: All Change\u003cbr\u003e Time for Change\u003cbr\u003e A Connected World\u003cbr\u003e Rail Hero: George Westinghouse\u003cbr\u003e Chapter 5: Running a Railway\u003cbr\u003e Tracks and Wheels\u003cbr\u003e The Comfort Zone\u003cbr\u003e Staying Safe\u003cbr\u003e Classic Loco: Mallard\u003cbr\u003e Chapter 6: Loco Power\u003cbr\u003e How a Steam Loco Works\u003cbr\u003e How a Diesel Loco Works\u003cbr\u003e How an Electric Loco Works\u003cbr\u003e Rail Hero: Granville T. Woods\u003cbr\u003e Chapter 7: Iconic Routes\u003cbr\u003e The Trans-Siberian Railway\u003cbr\u003e The Orient Express\u003cbr\u003e The Pacific Railroad\u003cbr\u003e The Indian Pacific\u003cbr\u003e Chapter 8: The Wheels of Progress\u003cbr\u003e A Woman’s World?\u003cbr\u003e Social Change\u003cbr\u003e Classic Loco: DHR B-Class\u003cbr\u003e Chapter 9: Going Underground\u003cbr\u003e The First Underground Line\u003cbr\u003e Underground Around the World\u003cbr\u003e Rail Hero: Mary Elizabeth Walton\u003cbr\u003e Chapter 10: Trains at War\u003cbr\u003e The Early Years\u003cbr\u003e World War Two\u003cbr\u003e Classic Loco: Jupiter\u003cbr\u003e Chapter 11: Oddballs\u003cbr\u003e Suspension Railways and Sky Trains\u003cbr\u003e The Weird and Wonderful\u003cbr\u003e Record Breakers\u003cbr\u003e Rail Hero: Hideo Shima\u003cbr\u003e Chapter 12: The Future\u003cbr\u003e The Train’s Second Age\u003cbr\u003e Future Power\u003cbr\u003e Driverless Trains\u003cbr\u003e Preservation and Enthusiasts\u003cbr\u003e Timeline\u003cbr\u003e Index\u003cbr\u003e Glossary","brand":"Quarto Publishing PLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58759820607823,"sku":"9780711284838","price":31.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/0372\/8217\/files\/9780711284838_1-on-track.jpg?v=1789240643","url":"https:\/\/www.suomalainen.com\/products\/on-track","provider":"Suomalainen.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}