Passenger Alcos In Color
Morning Sun Books
THE STORY OF THE DL109s AND PA's
Available September 1, 2000, is the story of Alco's DL109 and PA passenger diesels of the 1940s. This book explores the development of the first twin-engine DL109 passenger units and the evolution of the 244 engine from the 241 lightweight engine that was intended to compete with the new EMD 567. For the first time ever published is the full story of how the PA's distinctive styling was developed. Also included is action photo coverage of every railroad that bought new PA's and how they operated the locomotives, as well as a complete unit-by-unit roster, arranged in production order and including dispositions.
128-page hardcover. Pre-publication price special $43.00
plus $3.50 postage (foreign $5.00)
N.J. res. add $2.58 tax.
Price after September 1, 2000, is $54.95.
Morning Sun Books
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Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
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The Steam Locomotive
Barnes & Noble
Published by and availavle only at Barnes & Noble, this book describes the development of the main line American steam locomotive from the early machines of the 1830s to the biggest articulateds of the 1940s using contemporary restored locomotives to illustrate the significant steps in evolution. Black & white vintage photos of the locomotives in regular service are supplimented by the finest of contemporary steam photography.
With layout and design by Mike Schafer, this is a spectacular and colorful 144-page 10"X10" hardcover book at an incredible price!
Available only at your local Barnes & Noble bookstore.
$14.98
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