Steam Locomotives Books

A family takes a trip on a steam locomotive, learning about its workings and overcoming fears of loud noises.

A brief history of steam trains, including their invention and eventual replacement by electric trains.

This book explores the history of transportation during the Industrial Revolution, including the use of animals, steamboats, canals, railroads, and improved roads.

A brief history of transportation, from early humans walking to the invention of the steam engine and automobiles.

Richard Trevithick invents the steam locomotive and befriends Newcomen, a talking train. Together, they revolutionize transportation in the UK and America.

A brief history of the Furness Railway, its locomotives, and its impact on the region. Includes some personal anecdotes about Albert, a red tank engine.

The story of John Henry, a former slave and railroad worker, who competes against a steam drill to prove that hard work is better than machines.

A collection of short stories about the Industrial Revolution, including its impact on transportation, working conditions, and society.