Locomotion

A Visual History of Trains

Alastair Steele, Ryo Takemasa

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Canongate
17 May 2022

Trains & railways: general interest; Children's & Educational; Children's & young adult: general non-fiction; Transport (Children's&YA)

Series: Locomotion

A stunningly illustrated tribute to all things train, Locomotion celebrates the ingenuity and usability of trains past, present and future.

From early steam engines through to the modern high-speed trains of today, Locomotion is a spectacular look at the history of trains throughout the world, and the wonder and escapism they evoke. Packed full of iconic trains including the famous Flying Scotsman and the grand Orient Express as well as encompassing scenic journeys like the majestic Trans-Siberian railway, Locomotion makes a stunning gift or reference book for train lovers of all ages.

Beautiful artwork by the award-winning artist Ryo Takemasa, makes this book one that can be enjoyed over and over again.

By: Alastair Steele
Illustrated by: Ryo Takemasa
Imprint: Canongate
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 15mm, Width: 240mm, Spine: 310mm
Weight: 695g
ISBN: 9781787417502
ISBN 10: 1787417506
Series: Locomotion
Pages: 64
Publication Date: 17 May 2022
Recommended Age: From 5 years
Audience: Children/juvenile , General/trade , English as a second language , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Alastair Steele (Author) Alastair Steele works for the Mid Hants Railway as a Carriage Restorer and has a Masters degree in Historic Building and Railway Conservation. Locomotion will be his first book. He is based in Farnham, UK where he lives with his wife and young daughter. Ryo Takemasa (Illustrator) Ryo Takemasa is multi award-winning illustrator based in Tokyo, Japan. He graduated from Musashino Art University in 2010. Ryo's illustrations are used for a wide range of work worldwide including cook books, travel guides, editorial commissions, posters and much more. He is a member of the Tokyo Illustrators Society.