Vintage Train Book: Pictorial Story of Railways

A must-have for any railway or train enthusiast! “The Pictorial Story of Railways”, edited by E. L. Cornwell, is a richly illustrated hardcover book with 256 colorful pages covering the fascinating history of rail transport across the world. ✨ Highlights include: • Railways before locomotives & George Stephenson’s Rocket • Early mainline locomotives and railway signaling • Pullmans, Wagons Lits & royal trains • Railways at war, freight development, and luxury travel • Tunnels, bridges, mountain & desert railways • Underground systems, electric trains, and monorails • Global railway history: Europe, North & South America, Africa, Asia, Middle East, Pacific, and more 📖 Format: Hardcover with dust jacket 📅 Published: c. 1970s 📍 Pages: 256 (full color, packed with photos & illustrations) 💡 Ideal for: • Train & railway collectors • Vintage transportation history fans • A unique gift for hobbyists & model railway enthusiasts 🔎 Condition: Good vintage condition. Dust jacket shows some wear (see photos), pages are clean and intact.