The Illustrated Guide to Trains of the World
- 256 páginas
- 9 horas de lectura
Colin Garratt fue un fotógrafo ferroviario cuyo trabajo se centró en capturar el romance y la historia del viaje en tren a través de su lente. A menudo publicaba álbumes fotográficos donde seleccionaba y subtitulaba el trabajo de otros fotógrafos. Su enfoque de publicación, al listarse a sí mismo como autor principal con su nombre en el lomo, generó discusiones sobre la autoría y el reconocimiento de los artistas originales. Su legado reside en su extensa documentación visual del mundo ferroviario.






Two perfect books for train enthusiasts, with a historical reference book spanning nearly two centuries of locomotive development, and an enthralling illustrated guide to the world's greatest railway journeys of all timme
This fascinating insight into the development of this mode of transport from the early beginnings of steam power to todays awe-inspiring high-speed passenger trains, will appeal to every railway enthusiast.
"This book is the finest visual tribute to the steam locomotive ever published. Colin Garratt's text and photography reflect his unique odyssey to document in pictures and word the last steam locomotives of the world. With hundreds of matchless photographs, this book vividly portrays real working steam eking out its final moments amid the great landscapes of the world"--Dust jacket.
A beautifully produced and illustrated compendium of British steam trains. Lightest of wear to book, some wear to the lower edge of the jacket, with a tear at the lower rear spine joint.
A comprehensive history of global locomotive technology from the 1950s to the present day
A Celebration of the Locomotive from 1830 to 1950
This book looks back over a century of locomotive production around the world, capturing engines on plantations, in heavy industry and on the main lines. With 200 photographs from four continents, author and photographer Colin Garratt's memorable scenes and absorbing text encapsulate the lasting appeal of the age of steam. A gold-foiled jacket ensures that this is a book for steam enthusiasts to treasure.