"Locomotive" is a sensory journey through America's early railroads in 1869, following trains, crews, and families on the transcontinental railroad. The book vividly describes the sights, sounds, and experiences of the journey, capturing the power and excitement of locomotives racing across the country. Readers are invited to immerse themselves in the world of train travel, feeling the heat of the engine and witnessing the changing landscapes from plains to mountains to oceans. It's a rich exploration of a pivotal moment in American history, brought to life through detailed storytelling.
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Atheneum Books