Download or read book The New Illustrated Encyclopedia of Railways written by Robert Tufnell and published by Salamander Books. This book was released on 2000-12 with total page 560 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: All aspects of development and design are covered in this complete guide to more than 1000 locomotives from 1804 through today. Facts, charts. superb illustrations, and photos highlight steam, diesel, electric, and the modern high-speed trains that have revolutionized trade and transport in our world.