9780243865338 - Les Chemins de Fer, Vol. 2: La Locomotive, le Matériel Roulant, l'Exploitation (Classic Reprint) de Guillemin, Amédée (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book is an insightful compendium of the history and development of locomotives, a key component of the railway network. The author delves into the early experiments and innovations that shaped the first steam-powered engines, and traces their evolution into the sophisticated machines we see today. Along the way, the book explores the impact of locomotives on transportation, industry, and society as a whole. The author provides a detailed examination of the mechanics and engineering behind locomotives, including the boiler, engine, and running gear, making complex concepts accessible to readers. The book also discusses the social and economic factors that have influenced the development of locomotives, highlighting their role in the growth of cities, the expansion of trade, and the transformation of warfare. Through a blend of historical narrative and technical exposition, this book offers a comprehensive understanding of the locomotive and its profound influence on the modern world. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.