trains

An account of the early railroad era in the United States, describing the first trains, progress in train development, the growth of railroad networks, and the contribution of trains to the growth of the country.

Gordon, a very large green engine, is annoyed when his view at the new train station is obstructed.

Contains three Thomas the Tank Engine stories in which Gordon crashes through the wall of Sir Topham Hatt's new station; Toby gets washed downstream by a flood; and Oliver's brakevan goes out of control.

Provides an illustrated history of steam locomotives and describes how they operate.

Provides information on the world's fastest trains, in simple text with illustrations, and includes the Nozomi, the Eurostar, the Ave, and the Inter-city 225.

Explains why diesel and electric power replaced steam locomotion and presents detailed descriptions and illustrations of subways, trolley cars, monorails, and other fast moving trains used for conveying people.

Attempting to hurry through his work so that he can give some school children a ride, Thomas the Tank Engine must overcome a series of obstacles.

Describes different types of trains found around the world and the work they do. Includes a glossary and Web sites.

Introduces all sorts of trains from around the world, covering different types of trains, how they are constructed and how they run, who drives them, and more.

An illustrated guide to trains presented in the form of computer screen pictures, covering the history, types, parts, movement, and uses of the railway vehicles.