Sydney: Methuen, 1979. 252pp, index, num bw & col ills. Or laminated boards. Very slightly faded on spine, prev owners name on ffep. Observer book #A3, one of the always elusive Australian Observer books. On overview of the history of steam in all states. It lists and describes almost every steam engine that 'can still be observed'. Some are in operating condition; others in museums or parks. Also includes some other classes whose contribution to railway history has been significant, but which can no longer ne viewed. More than 180 illustrations.. First Edition. Hard Cover. Near Fine. 16mo.

Reviews

(Log in or Create an Account first!)

Details

Bookseller: Lawrence Jones (AU)
Bookseller's Inventory #: 007680
Title: The Observer's Book of Steam Locomotives of Australia,
Author: Burke, David
Format/Binding: Hardcover
Book Condition: Used - Near Fine
Edition: First Edition
Publisher: Methuen
Place of Publication: Sydney
Date Published: 1979
Keywords: Trains Locomotives Steam Railways Railroad Observers A3
Bookseller catalogs: Antiques Collectibles Hobbies; Australian Natural History;

Terms of Sale

Lawrence Jones

Please note that postage amounts are for books weighing up to 1kg- rates will be reduced where possible but heavier books will require extra postage. Where postage is quoted as surface this means economy air (2-3 weeks) If you require actual sea mail (6-12 weeks) please ask for quote. Returns welcome within 30 days for full refund if substantially not as described. Refunds for postal loss or damage only if insranace is requested at time of purchase. Books will be mailed next business day after payment received unless exceptional circumstances arise, in which case they will be mailed at the first possible opportunity.

About the Seller

Lawrence Jones

This seller has earned a 4 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.

Biblio member since 2006

Ashmore, Queensland

Ask Seller a Question

About Lawrence Jones

I carry a general stock of approx 70000 titles of which only a small percentage is online. Viewing at my Ashmore bookrooms is welcome by appointment. While not specializing I have a good selection of art, natural history, military and surfing in stock. I also have many other non-fiction subjects, as well as approx 10000 paperback fiction titles on hand.

Glossary
Frequently asked questions

Glossary

Some terminology that may be used in this description includes:

Fine: A book in fine condition exhibits no flaws. A fine condition book closely approaches As New condition, but may lack the...
Spine: The outer portion of a book which covers the actual binding. The spine usually faces outward when a book is placed on a shelf....
First Edition: In book collecting, the first edition is the earliest published form of a book. A book may have more than one first edition in...
FFEP: A common abbreviation for Front Free End Paper. Generally, it is the first page of a book and is part of a single sheet that...