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The American Railroad Freight Car: From the WoodCar Era to the Coming of Steel,Used
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From the former Curator of Transportation at the Smithsonian Institution Illustrated with 530 photographs, drawings, and engravings Includes plans, diagrams, and detailed specifications for modelbuilders 665 oversized pages in a handsomely jacketed hardcover or specially priced paperback editionIn this sequel to his bestselling American Railroad Passenger Car, John White forever changes the freight car's lowly image. Including hundreds of historical photographs and detailed blueprints, The American Railroad Freight Car establishes the sophistication and expertise that marked the development of freight cars in the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Along with an overview of freight transportation's historical importance, White offers detailed accounts of technological developments and examines lesser known aspects of everyday freight service such as yard management, train operations, and the origins of the interchange system.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'The American Railroad Freight Car'? A: The book focuses on the history and development of freight cars from the wood-car era to the introduction of steel, highlighting technological advancements and the importance of freight transportation.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is John H. White Jr., who was the former Curator of Transportation at the Smithsonian Institution.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book has a total of 665 oversized pages.
- Q: What type of illustrations are included in the book? A: The book is illustrated with 530 photographs, drawings, and engravings, providing visual context to the content.
- Q: What are some features of the book for model-builders? A: It includes plans, diagrams, and detailed specifications that are beneficial for model-builders interested in freight cars.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on November 1, 1995.
- Q: Is this book available in different formats? A: Yes, it is available in a hardcover edition with a jacket and a specially priced paperback edition.
- Q: What edition of the book is this? A: This is the First Paperback Edition.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is in 'New' condition.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: The book falls under the category of 'History'.