Model Trains: Railroads in the making

Published by London: Orbis Books, 1972

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Gerald Pollinger, London: Orbis Books. Author: Gerald PollingerBinding: HardbackPublished: London: Orbis Books, 1972Condition:Book: GoodJacket: N/APages: YellowedMarkings: Previous ownerModel Trains: Railroads in the Making presents a comprehensive and visually engaging account of model railroading as both a technical craft and a historical homage. This nonfiction volume instructs enthusiasts in the construction and operation of miniature railways, while illustrating the evolution of real-world railroads through scaled replication. Pollinger details the engineering principles behind track layouts, locomotive mechanics, and scenery design, emphasising precision and authenticity. The book situates model trains within a broader cultural and industrial context, arguing for their value as educational tools and artistic expressions. Richly illustrated and meticulously structured, it serves as both a practical manual and a tribute to the legacy of rail transport. Ideal for collectors, hobbyists, and historians, it stands as a definitive guide to the discipline.

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Title
Model Trains: Railroads in the making
Author
Gerald Pollinger
Publisher
London: Orbis Books
Publication year
1972
Book Type
Hardback
Binding
Hardback

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