Antique HC Railroad History Book w/ color plates. "Railways of the World" by Ernest Protheroe. HARDCOVER ND (circa 1910) George Rutledge & Sons, Ltd Unknown edition & 1st Printing w/ no information on copyright page. Exactly as shown in the listing scan(s). Collectible hardcover copy. "The history of railways is one long record of courage, determination, and energy untiringly expended in vanquishing difficulties. The locomotive engine in appearance and purpose is more obvious than, for example, a steamship's propelling machinery. It is at once the visible embodiment of strength and speed; it strikingly represents a great force that has rendered enormous service in the civilization of the world, vitalizing human affairs, and bringing untold benefits and joys to mankind. Even those who have no knowledge of the technicalities of locomotive design are interested in the railway engine; it seizes upon the fanciful mind of a child, and its appeal grows rather than lessens with the passing years, because the adult mind better grasps the far-reaching utility of a contrivance that has contributed more to happiness than any other invention. Nor has the advent of electric traction robbed the steam locomotive of any of its fascination. An electric train, with its comparative silence and smoothness, somehow appeals less to the imagination than one headed by a throbbing, panting monster, which seems alive in hauling its load against time." Illustrated with 16 full page color plates and over 400 black-and-white illustrations taken from photographs. Binding tape repair to front & rear interior hinges, previous owner's name on first blank endpaper, o/w Internally tight & unmarked. Binding Exterior; Spine has been reinforced with burgundy cloth binding tape & a title on a label is attached to spine, general wear to head/foot of spine and corners, Front cover decoration illustration is complete & bright. NO REMAINDER MARK; NOT X-LIBRARY. No DJ present. ALL ITEMS ARE GUARANTEED TO BE ACCURATELY DESCRIBED, NOT DEFECTIVE, & GENUINE. PLEASE NOTE: Shipping will be billed to winning bidder by Last Chance Auctions in their billing for item(s). Media Mail postage is shown for shipping in the United States. Foreign winning bidders will pay postage based on their countries small/medium/large Flat Rate box postage rates & weight of the package. Other types of postage are avaible at added expense at the bidders request. A Tracking Number will be provided to buyer. Insurance is mandatory on packages over $100 USD and will be added to postage charges when applicable.

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