railroads

"A kindergarten-level introduction to bullet trains, covering their speed, drivers, role in transportation, and such defining features as their cars"--Provided by publisher.

On all other nights, the train departs from Stain'd Station and travels to the city without stopping. But not tonight.

See inside some of the world's most enormous vehicles in this lift-the-flap book, and find out about motors, periscopes, rocket engines, and giant propellers.

Presents an illustrated history of trains from 1804 to the present day containing over 400 illustrations and photographs. Also highlights seven memorable railroad journeys. Includes two collectible prints.

"Provides historical context on key events related to the construction of the American Transcontinental Railroad. The timeline format offers a visual overview to accompany the text"--Provided by publisher.

Traces the competition between two railroad companies to build the first cross-country railroad, detailing the environmental and industrial dangers the tens of thousands of workers faced while working to link the nation.

When Percy and the other locomotives report seeing ghosts at Rolf's Castle, Thomas takes a look for himself.

Big Train makes sure that all his cars are lined up before starting a trip.

This book recounts tales of epic adventure, inspirational bravery, and deep tragedy of gunslingers and cowboys. It explores the rise of cow towns and origins of the cowboy.

In 1920s New Mexico, Kitty Evans, working long hours as a waitress in the Harvey Eating Houses on the Santa Fe Railroad, dreams of being a journalist and chronicles her experiences in her diary.